Analytical Technician (all genders)

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing. 

Eurofins has more than 900 laboratories within its global network, employing over 60,000 staff.  

We are currently offering an exciting opportunity at PHAST, a subsidiary of Professional Scientific Services (PSS) Switzerland.

For our client’s international team in Schaffhausen, we are looking for an Analytical Technician / Laboratory Technician (all genders). In this exciting and versatile position, your responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

• Performing hands-on analytical support for large molecule process development and clinical material testing
• Supporting the fill and finish of drug product for clinical trial supplies
• Performing a broad range of analytical techniques including HPLC (e.g., size exclusions), bioassays (e.g., immunoblotting), UV-spectrometer, fluorescence detection (involving microscopy and plate-based assays)
• Supporting in the development of new analytical technologies
• Supporting the implementation of process analytical technologies for on-line measurements
• Handling of samples incl. preparation of reagents and data entry into the lab notebook (ELN)
• Communicating with team members as well as various partners
• Independent data investigation and escalation in case of deviations
• Perform analysis under GMP (including compliant documentation)

For this multifaceted position we are looking for someone with:

• Apprenticeship as a Laboratory Technician (EFZ) Biology/Chemistry, Bachelor studies (Biotech, Biochemistry, or Chemistry) or comparable
• Ideally professional experience within a R&D and GMP laboratory
• Good knowledge in the regulated area under GMP or ISO 17025 would be beneficial
• Experience with ELN is an advantage
• Experience with automated liquid handling is a plus
• Careful and responsible way of working
• Strong communication and teamwork skills will help you to integrate into a dynamic, international team
• Strong communication skills in German and English
• High motivation, ability to work under pressure, flexibility and reliability
• High level of commitment and enthusiasm

• This is a full time position with Phast (Eurofins PSS), providing services at the client site 
• Development and Management through Eurofins:  
• We offer many training paths, including LEAN and leadership development, and actively encourage innovation and participation in continuous improvement and project work.
• 5-day week, no weekends
• Excellent conditions and benefits  

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work as part of a successful, dynamic and progressive company that puts individual development at the forefront, and promotes from within in order to achieve a high performing team that delivers a superlative service to its clients. The cornerstones of our team operations are quality, productivity, superlative service and team morale. 

If you are interested in this exciting new opportunity and want to become part of our team, please do not hesitate to contact us! We are looking forward to your applications.