Celonic AG
Senior Scientist Analytical Services
Basel · BS
- Berufsfeld
- Chemie, Pharma & Labor
- Ausbildung
- Master
- Erfahrung
- Über 5 Jahre
- Sprachkenntnisse
- Deutsch · Englisch
- Lohn
- Geschätzt CHF 110’000–140’000 pro Jahr (100 %)
- Schätzung von jopp, nicht aus dem Inserat.
- Erstmals gesehen
- 26. September 2026
- Zuletzt gesehen
- 26. September 2026
The Position
The Sr. Scientist Analytical Services position focuses on the timely development and optimization of analytical methods, with a strong emphasis on separation techniques by U(H)PLC and Mass Spectrometry (MS), to support the characterization of biologics and deliver high-quality results across a range of customer projects.
In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues within the Analytical Services and across the multi-cultural teams of Celonic, contributing to the development of robust analytical strategies. You will play a key role in executing routine activities as well as in solving complex technical challenges. You will also provide coaching and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Your Responsibilities
Execute and lead analytical activities within the core expertise areas (U(H)PLC, MS, including data evaluation, interpretation, review, and reporting.
Design, develop, and optimize analytical methods with GMP readiness in mind, while maintaining agility in a fast-paced development environment.
Review and author analytical documentation to ensure high scientific quality and compliance.
Provide organizational support through analysis planning, raw data review, prioritization, and coordination of departmental activities.
Ensure analytical work is delivered with the highest quality, customer focus, and within expected timelines.
Support method transfer, validation, and handover activities to GMP Quality Control.
Coach and train colleagues, sharing expertise and contributing to the continuous development of the team.
Demonstrate strong ownership, proactive leadership, and scientific judgment by driving solutions, delivering results, and elevating method performance.
Job Requirements
Master’s degree in engineering / life sciences related field. (PhD preferred)
5+ years of experience in Biotechnology or Pharma industry experience, ideally CDMO setting with a focus on analytical development.
Proven technical expertise in U(H)PLC and MS, including method development, data interpretation and troubleshooting.
Strong understanding of analytical method lifecycle management and method transfer, desirable including GMP readiness and validation principles.
Demonstrated experience in reviewing and authoring high-quality analytical documentation.
Strong scientific thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic development environment.
High level of ownership, accountability, and proactive leadership; consistently drives initiatives and delivers results.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; fluent in English and German.
Why Celonic?
Make a difference by directly impacting patients lives
Biologics is an attractive, high growth sector with professional development
Offers a multinational and diverse workplace
Proud to be a pioneer in “Next Generation” manufacturing technologies
Family owned: Entrepreneurial, and short communication lines
Basel is a great place to live, play and work in the center of Europe
About us
Celonic is a “Pure Play” Biologics Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). Celonic’s mission is to help its customers, primarily small to large Biotech Companies, bring life-saving and improving drugs effectively to the market using innovative, “next generation” bioprocessing technologies such as, process intensification and full-perfusion. Celonic has a state-of-the-art Development and Innovation Center in Basel, Switzerland (headquarters), and clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing facilities in Heidelberg, Germany. At present, more than 500 highly qualified employees work at Celonic. Due to the expansion of the company, Celonic is looking for committed and qualified employees.
Our job is to make a difference!