Cell Culture Operator

Basel (City)

Key information

Publication date:14 July 2025
Workload:100%
Place of work:Basel (City)

Job summary

The CBC Equipment Specialist ensures GMP-compliant cell bank production. Join a dynamic team dedicated to quality biopharma processes!

Tasks

Participate in manufacturing processes for cell banking.
Perform aseptic processing tasks with high expertise.
Ensure compliance with all GMP and safety guidelines.

Skills

Completion of training in chemistry or pharmaceutical technology required.
Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques and biopharmaceutical production.
Excellent documentation skills in line with GMP regulations.

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Summary

The CBC Equipment Specialist is responsible for the GMP-compliant manufacturing process of cell banks at the Basel Cell Bank Center.
Execution of assigned tasks and activities in biopharmaceutical production in compliance with relevant GMP, occupational safety, and environmental guidelines.
Operational routine activities to properly carry out the manufacturing process and enable the timely provision of active ingredients in the correct quality and quantity.

About the Role

Major Accountabilities

Participation in the manufacturing processes
Execution of all necessary processing steps of cell banking with the highest level of knowledge in aseptic/low bioburden techniques (thawing, cell passage, cell counting, and freezing of the cell bank)
Execution of all assigned activities according to the production plan and the applicable GMP, work, operational, environmental, and safety instructions and guidelines
Proper and timely cleaning, preparation, and disinfection of production facilities and areas
Responsibility for the housekeeping of the production area (cleaning, order, 5S, etc.)
Compliance with and enforcement of health, safety, and environmental rules and guidelines (HSE)
Application and enforcement of current GMP rules
Sampling, aliquoting, distribution, and execution of process-related controls
Excellent documentation of measures according to GMP regulations

Education:

Completed training as a chemical and pharmaceutical technician, technical degree; university degree (chemical engineering, pharmaceutical technology, biotechnology, biochemistry) for some technology platforms desired or equivalent experience

Languages:

Basic knowledge of English and mastery of the local language of the location - German

Experiences:

At least 2 years of completed professional experience as a Novartis equipment operator or (preferably) 5 years in the fields of chemistry/food/pharmaceuticals/biotechnology/aseptic manufacturing or development

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