Bio Process Technician / Cell Culture Scientist

On behalf of our client, one of the world's leading researching biopharmaceutical companies, based in Lucerne area, Swisslinx is looking for a Bio Process Technician or Scientist to join biological drug product development and manufacturing site. You will be an active part of the Biotech Cell Culture which contains a team of 5 employees.

This is initially a 12-months contract position (extension possible) with a great opportunity to bring your proven knowledge and expertise to an organization that offers a dynamic working environment.

Start Date: January 2024 (latest possible start in March)
Duration: 12 months
Extension: Possible
Workload: 100% on site
Location: Luzern

The primary activities include but are not limited to:
- Production of mammalian cell culture inoculum under cGMP for API manufacturing (Cell culture seed train)
- Monitoring of process performance by using analytical instruments for required In-Process Control
- Maintenance / Calibration of process equipment and IPC equipment used for cell culture monitoring
- Coordination and support of External Service Providers (ESP)


Your profile:

- A degree in Biology as laboratory technician or maximum bachelor in Biology. Candidates with master or PHD can not be considered.
- Experience in GMP environment highly desirable (including training and internship) but not a must.
- Knowledge of mammalian cell culture and small scale fermentation processes.
- Practical experience in cell culture (Shakeflask, Wave reactor) and aseptic/sterile techniques.
- Technical writing capabilities, speacially GMP related documentation.
- German fluent (minimum B2 level), conversational English.
- You have to be based in Switzerland and have authorization to work (citizenship or work permit)

For further information, please do not hesitate to contact Alina Peeva, Senior Recruiter: alina.peeva@swisslinx.com or press "Apply Now" below.