Assoc. Scientist - Technical Development

Flexsis is a company of the Interiman Group, one of the leading providers of personnel services in Switzerland. Thanks to our solid expertise as well as the competencies within the Interiman Group, we offer tailored solutions in personnel consulting.

For our client Novartis in Basel, we are looking for a reliable and motivated Assoc. Scientist - Technical Development (m/w/d)

• Start Date: 12.12.2026
• Planned Duration of Employment: 2 years
• Workplace: Basel
• Workload: 100%

In this role, you will:

• Plan and perform scientific experiments for the preparation and timely delivery of drug substances (DS) manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate within a multifunctional project team coordinated by a Project Leader.
• Conduct experiments related to purification processes (e.g., chromatography or filtration).
• Contribute to project-related scientific/technical activities with guidance from experienced team members.
• Maintain lab instruments and infrastructure, ensuring quality, quantity, and timelines in all assigned projects.
• Document scientific experiments and plant activities and optimize existing methods to develop more efficient ones.
• Communicate and address problems, perform safety and literature searches, and manage chemicals and solvents within your area of responsibility.
• Collaborate with other team members to facilitate deliveries of DS.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as an associate scientist/associate expert or a completed Bachelor’s degree
• Proven experience in safe handling of chemicals, potentially dangerous materials, and equipment.
• Strong scientific or technical knowledge in a specific area (e.g. biotechnology).
• Proficiency with laboratory and technical tools, as well as software and computer tools.
• Experience with downstream development technologies like chromatography or filtration is a plus.
• Basic presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Good communication skills.

Minimum Requirements:

• Technician with continuing education (EU) or BS or equivalent.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).