Biology Technician - Cell and Immunoassays - 100%

Company Description

The SGS Group is the world's leading company in the fields of testing, inspection, and certification. SGS sets standards for quality and integrity. With our 99,600 employees, we operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world. SGS has been active in Switzerland since 1915 and is one of the leading providers of testing and verification services. Today, about 200 employees in 6 branches across Switzerland are engaged in ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality throughout the entire value chain.

SGS Analytics Switzerland AG offers a diverse range of bioanalytical services for clinical development and drug development of pharmaceuticals and biologics. We provide a wide spectrum of analytical methods for PK analytics, immunogenicity, as well as release and stability testing according to the highest quality standards (GMP, GLP, GCP, ISO 17025).

Job Description

As a laboratory technician, you are responsible for:

• the preparation and experimental execution of cell and ELISA-based test procedures including data evaluation and documentation.
• Additionally, there is the possibility of training in LC-MS/MS based test procedures.
• Analytics of pharmaceutical active ingredients in biological matrices using ligand-binding assays according to GLP guidelines.
• Conducting endotoxin and cytotoxicity tests according to current reference methods.
• Processing analytical samples from clinical and preclinical trials as well as from early development projects using various extraction methods.
• Operation and maintenance of the analytical instruments used.
• Evaluation and control of laboratory data.
• Collaboration with study leaders and taking responsibility for compiling laboratory data.
• Acceptance and registration of samples.
• Supporting the entire team in general laboratory activities and daily planning.

Qualifications

• Completed training as a laboratory technician or a completed degree from a university of applied sciences (Bachelor).
• Practical experience in the field of bioanalytics.
• Independent, precise, and efficient working style.
• Knowledge from the GLP or GMP environment is an advantage.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, possibly LIMS or other laboratory software).
• Team player.
• Technically skilled and interested.
• Good organizational skills.
• Fluent in German and good knowledge of English.
• Accurate and timely execution of all experimental work with consistent quality.
• Clear and transparent communication.
• Exemplary organization of daily laboratory operations.