Group Leader TechOps Laboratories — Bachem AG
- Location
- Vionnaz
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Bachem is a world leader in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides for the pharmaceutical industry.
To support our continued growth in Vionnaz (Valais, Switzerland), we are looking for a Group Leader TechOps Laboratories 100% (all).
- Bachem is a world leader in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides for the pharmaceutical industry.
- To support our continued growth in Vionnaz (Valais, Switzerland), we are looking for a Group Leader TechOps Laboratories 100% (all).
- Your Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of laboratory professionals while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in process development, manufacturing support, technology transfer, or industrial chemistry.
Main responsibilities
- Your Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of laboratory professionals while promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate laboratory activities supporting technology transfers, process familiarization, scale-up, and new product introductions.
- Ensure manufacturing readiness through process optimization and generation of critical process knowledge.
- Provide scientific and technical expertise to manufacturing operations and support strategic product introductions.
- Lead troubleshooting investigations related to process deviations, yield losses, quality events, and manufacturing challenges.
- Drive root cause analyses (RCA), risk assessments, FMEAs, and corrective action implementation.
- Promote technical excellence by identifying innovative technologies, industry best practices, and digitalization opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, HSE, quality requirements, and corporate procedures while maintaining high-quality technical documentation.
Key requirements
- PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in process development, manufacturing support, technology transfer, or industrial chemistry.
- Proven leadership experience in a laboratory, technical, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical environment.
- Strong experience in troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and process optimization.
- Solid understanding of GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience in peptide manufacturing, LPPS and/or SPPS is a strong advantage.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global and cross-functional teams. Fluent in English and French (minimum C1);
- German is an advantage. Our offer
- A modern and dynamic working environment within a fast-growing international company.
- Challenging projects of high scientific and technical value.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development. A corporate culture based on collaboration, innovation and excellence.
- Attractive working conditions and competitive employee benefits.
Application process
- We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.
- Learn more about the Bachem Group and get inspired by our exciting work environment at our location in Vionnaz.
Company and context
- In this strategic role, you will lead the Optimization & Troubleshooting Laboratory and play a key part in technology transfer, process development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement initiatives within our Technical Operations organization.
Additional details
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global and cross-functional teams. Fluent in English and French (minimum C1);
- German is an advantage.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development. A corporate culture based on collaboration, innovation and excellence.
Notes and original content
- Your Profile
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across global and cross-functional teams.
- Fluent in English and French (minimum C1);
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development.
- A corporate culture based on collaboration, innovation and excellence.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Bachem AG offer for this role?
Bachem AG lists CHF 86'500 - 120'500 gross per year for this position in Vionnaz. 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 Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais 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 Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Bachem AG?
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