(Senior) Associate in Drug Delivery and Preformulation Sciences (f/m/d)

In this role you will be dedicated to assess the developability of drug candidates, develop preclinical formulations to advance the portfolio through successful development of viable molecules into medicines.

Tasks and responsibilities

• As a (pre-)formulation associate, you work with the preformulation project leader to plan and execute lab experiments for physico-chemical characterization of drug molecules, assessing their potential as medicines
• You develop formulation concepts for pre-clinical studies across various administration routes in alignment with the respective scientist and perform formulation supplies and their analytical assessments independently
• You are responsible for keeping the respective equipment operational, you organize maintenance services and follow guidelines and principles regarding Safety, Health and Environment
• You use state of the art digital laboratory tools like electronic laboratory notebook and centralized data storage and contribute to the advancement and implementation of innovative digital solutions and automation workflows to enhance our operational efficiency and effectiveness

Your profile

• A successful apprenticeship, bachelor or master in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biopharmaceutics or similar field
• At least 1-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry
• Sound understanding of the drug development process and expertise in designing, developing, and analyzing (preclinical) formulations using key scientific methods
• Creative thinking, curious and passionate about scientific and technical innovation, learn quickly and adapt your thinking to complex and evolving environments
• Fluent in English or German, the other language min. B1
• Operating in self-organized, agile teams within a flat hierarchy, you plan and execute tasks independently, join initiatives proactively, and collaborate inclusively across departments and global functions

General information

• Start date: January 2025 (latest start date: March 2025)
• Duration of employment: 1 year
• Place of work: Basel
• Workload: 80 - 100 %

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV in English or German.