Ophtapharm AG
Hettlingen CH
13 hours ago
Supervisor Microbiological Method Validation & Project Management (m/f) 100 %
- 04 March 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Hettlingen CH
Job summary
Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified producer of ophthalmic products. This is a great chance to join a dynamic team in a supportive environment.
Tasks
- Lead and organize the microbiological method validation team.
- Ensure compliance with GMP regulations in all processes.
- Plan and execute method validations and transfers.
Skills
- Degree in biology or microbiology with GMP experience required.
- Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and microbiological methods.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills needed.
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About the job
Ophtapharm AG is an FDA/EU-GMP certified manufacturer in the pharmaceutical sector (ophthalmics). At our production site in Hettlingen near Winterthur, high-quality products such as eye drops, ointments, and gels are aseptically produced, filled, and packaged for international markets.
Supervisor Microbiological Method Validation & Project Management (m/f) 100 %
To strengthen our team in Hettlingen, we are looking for a new team member to start as soon as possible
Your tasks
• Leadership & organization of the Method Validation & Microbiological Project Management team
• Ensuring GMP compliance within the area of responsibility
• Planning and execution of method validations, method verifications, and method transfers as well as the preparation of the associated documentation
• Processing of OOX results
• Structured handling and follow-up of deviations and CAPAs, including root cause analysis and effectiveness checks
• Creation, revision, and implementation of SOPs according to GMP requirements
• Continuous improvement of microbiological analytical methods and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Deputizing for the Supervisor Microbiological Disposition Testing
• Organization and management of new equipment acquisitions as well as internal and external maintenance/calibration work
• Ensuring GMP compliance within the area of responsibility
• Planning and execution of method validations, method verifications, and method transfers as well as the preparation of the associated documentation
• Processing of OOX results
• Structured handling and follow-up of deviations and CAPAs, including root cause analysis and effectiveness checks
• Creation, revision, and implementation of SOPs according to GMP requirements
• Continuous improvement of microbiological analytical methods and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Deputizing for the Supervisor Microbiological Disposition Testing
• Organization and management of new equipment acquisitions as well as internal and external maintenance/calibration work
Your profile
• Completed scientific degree (FH, University, ETH) in Biology, Microbiology
• Confident knowledge of relevant GMP regulations (EU/FDA) and microbiological pharmacopoeia methods
• Several years of experience in QC microbiology in a GMP environment, ideally in a sterile manufacturing facility
• Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written
• Excellent communication skills and strong assertiveness
• Very good leadership skills and the ability to unite teams
• Proactive working style and solution-oriented thinking
• Flexible and resilient in a dynamic environment
Your benefits
• Dynamic environment with development opportunities
• Possibility of partial home office (depending on function)
• In our uncomplicated company culture, we clearly prefer the "du" (informal you) over the "Sie" (formal you)
• Free parking spaces and public transport connections within walking distance
Do you have questions?
HR Hettlingen, Human Resources, will be happy to answer them. Tel: +41 52 304 13 23.
HR Hettlingen, Human Resources, will be happy to answer them. Tel: +41 52 304 13 23.
About the company
Ophtapharm AG
Hettlingen CH
