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Lab Technician (6291)

Our client, a global market leader in the production and process support of active pharmaceutical ingredients, both in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, is looking for a Lab Technician for a 6 months contract. The job is located in Basel, Switzerland.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Perform laboratory tests or other laboratory work using conventional and computerized machines and work aids.
  • Determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition.
  • Perform laboratory work and tests according to prescribed standards.
  • Set up, readjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Analyze samples for a variety of compound classes, including small molecules, oligonucleotides, and proteins, using HPLC-UV, HPLC-MS, SFC, GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS, and RapidFire-MS.
  • Interpret analytical data, utilizing statistical tools as needed.
  • Document analytical raw data using a specific LIMS system to track samples and analyses.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant Swiss working/residency permit and/or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
  • A degree or apprenticeship in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field
  • Excellent communication, reporting and scientific skills
  • Detail oriented and excellent ability to interpret complex analytical data
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Enthusiastic and open-minded combined with good inter-personal skills
  • Willingness to learn and carry out new and complex tasks
  • Proactive attitude
  • Good knowledge of written and spoken English

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