Downstream Process Expert - API Production Sisslerfeld Site Development (a) 100% — Bachem AG
- Location
- Stein AG
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
The Bachem Group is investing in a new planned site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland.
This step is part of the long-term strategy to expand production capacity by the end of the decade.
The new production site will play a central role in achieving these goals.
- The Bachem Group is investing in a new planned site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland.
- This step is part of the long-term strategy to expand production capacity by the end of the decade.
- PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Several years of experience in API downstream processing within a GMP-regulated environment; knowledge of SPPS is an advantage
Key requirements
- PhD in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Several years of experience in API downstream processing within a GMP-regulated environment; knowledge of SPPS is an advantage
- Experience in the planning, construction, commissioning, start-up, or expansion of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities
- In-depth knowledge of preparative chromatography, lyophilization and spray drying
- Strong knowledge of chemical process engineering, equipment and facility design, and relevant regulatory requirements, including ICH Q7, FDA, and EMA
- Experience with process control systems and recipe configuration
- Strong technical affinity combined with a structured, solution-oriented approach to complex engineering challenges
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills, with fluency in German and English, both written and spoken Our offer:
- The role offers broad exposure across global Technical Operations and Innovation Platforms and close collaboration with senior stakeholders, enabling strong professional visibility and the opportunity to shape groupwide innovation long-term.
- A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
- Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities
- 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.
- Learn more about the Bachem Group and our working environment at the Bubendorf site on our website.
Company and context
- The design phase of the project offers you unique opportunities to shape the future organization. As Downstream Process Expert
- API Production Sisslerfeld Site Development (a) 100% , you will play a key technical role in establishing and later developing downstream manufacturing operations for API production.
- During the project phase, you will support the planning, design, commissioning, and start-up of manufacturing facilities and processes, ensuring GMP-compliant implementation.
- Once operations are established, you will take technical ownership of downstream processes and drive their continuous improvement and operational excellence. Your tasks
- Provide technical leadership for the establishment, commissioning, and further development of downstream processing operations for API manufacturing
- Support the planning and design of manufacturing equipment, facilities, and production areas, including the development of technical specifications and process concepts
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve GMP-compliant downstream manufacturing processes
- Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and risk assessments
- Provide technical support during commissioning, start-up, and the operation and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes
- Troubleshoot process- and equipment-related issues and drive sustainable improvement measures
Additional details
- The design phase of the project offers you unique opportunities to shape the future organization. As Downstream Process Expert
- Once operations are established, you will take technical ownership of downstream processes and drive their continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills, with fluency in German and English, both written and spoken
- Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
Notes and original content
- The design phase of the project offers you unique opportunities to shape the future organization.
- As Downstream Process Expert
- Your tasks
- Your profile
- Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant
- A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
Questions about this listing
What salary does Bachem AG offer for this role?
Bachem AG lists CHF 64'500 - 110'000 gross per year for this position in Stein AG. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Bachem AG offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Bachem AG during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Aargau?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Aargau can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Aargau's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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