Expert Microbiology in Quality Control

m/f/d, Basel-Stadt

As a QC Microbiology Expert, you will contribute your in-depth microbiological expertise while driving cross-functional and cross-site initiatives across the organization. You will be part of a self-organized team of microbiology specialists and collaborate closely with a broad network of internal stakeholders, including manufacturing operations, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, research and development, and global functions.

The ideal candidate is open-minded and curious, willing to challenge established ways of thinking and to contribute new perspectives. You thrive in a performance-driven environment built on mutual respect, open dialogue, and collaboration. You are a confident and communicative professional who enjoys working independently while acting as a key interface between different functions. With strong prioritization skills, you proactively identify opportunities for improvement and initiate effective optimization measures. You maintain a holistic view, work with precision, and demonstrate a high level of quality awareness in a regulated GMP environment.

Location: Basel or Kaiseraugst

Contract duration: 1 year

Responsibilities:

Processing and conceptual oversight of complex microbiological specialist topics in the field of product analysis (e.g. endotoxin, sterility, bioburden), contamination control/aseptic assurance and environmental monitoring
Technical support and consulting of various interfaces (including production plants [DP, DS, Biologics, Synthetics], QA, registration) in a central SME function
Representation in official inspections and audits
Participation in regulatory approval reports
Matrix lead/collaboration in changing cross-functional projects both locally and in the global network, including supervision of interns
Implementation of new technologies in the field of pharmaceutical microbiology
Processing of deviations, changes and other GMP-relevant documentation (e.g. regulations, planning and documentation of studies, preparation of rationales)

Requirements:

Master's or PhD Degree in a scientific background.
Min. 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical microbiology.
Experience with GMP (documentation) and its systems, e.g. Veeva (Change, Deviation, Quality Docs) is an advantage.
Excellent communication skills in German (C2) and English (oral and written).

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