Bubendorf
Scientist Peptide Active Ingredients R&D Flow Chemistry (a), 100%
- 16 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- 4416 Bubendorf
About the job
Bachem is a publicly listed technology company focused on peptide chemistry, offering a comprehensive range of services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Bachem specialises in the development of innovative, efficient manufacturing processes and the reliable production of peptide-based pharmaceutical active ingredients. An extensive catalogue of biochemicals for research purposes and exclusive customer syntheses complement the offering. With headquarters in Switzerland and branches in Europe and the USA, the company operates worldwide and possesses the industry’s greatest experience and expertise. In collaboration with its customers, Bachem places the highest value on quality, innovation, and partnership.
Scientist Peptide Active Ingredients R&D Flow Chemistry (a), 100%
To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly seeking highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in Research & Development in Bubendorf/BL, we are looking for a committed Scientist Peptide Active Ingredients R&D Flow Chemistry (a), 100%. The area of work includes numerous different steps of modern synthesis of peptide active ingredients, peptide fragments, and amino acid building blocks in solution, as well as various technologies for concentration and isolation of the products.
Your tasks:
- Responsibility for planning, analysing, and interpreting experiments as well as presenting the obtained results
- Planning and timely execution of development work and process optimisations in cooperation with other departments, considering quality, cost-effectiveness, and safety
- Scaling chemistry and equipment from laboratory to pilot scale
- Focus on the LPPS Flow Chemistry area (organic chemistry in solution, peptide couplings, protecting group chemistry, extraction, precipitation, crystallisation)
- Writing reports and preparing presentations on the conducted work for internal and external customers
- Active contribution to the further development of the Bachem Flow Chemistry platform
- Active participation in the continuous improvement of our equipment and workflows as well as maintenance of the laboratory infrastructure
Your profile:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
- Experience in preparative organic synthesis including flow chemistry and a passion for process engineering
- Structured, precise, and independent working style that allows maintaining an overview at all times
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Reliability, independence, and team spirit
- Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written
- Knowledge of peptide chemistry and common analytical techniques such as UHPLC and LC-MS is an advantage
Our offer:
- A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
- Flexible working hours with the possibility of home office and option to take additional holidays with reduced working hours
- Employee support through numerous internal and external training opportunities
- 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as the possibility for supplementary pension provision with our savings plan
- Access to benefit platforms with discounts from external partners
- Fresh, healthy, and varied food in our staff restaurant
- Various free sports activities on the Bachem campus
Would you like to drive innovation forward with us?
Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.
Learn more about the Bachem Group and be inspired by our inspiring working environment at our location in Bubendorf!
