Overview
Our client is a pioneer in Drug Discovery and Development and a frontrunner in Personalised Healthcare. As the world’s largest R&D spender in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics domain, they work across a vast number of drug discovery and therapeutic areas and are recognized internationally.
We are looking for a Biospecimen Senior Specialist for a 12 months contract (with high possibility for extension) to be based in the Zug area, Switzerland.
Responsibilities
* Biospecimen Acquisition & Compliance: Lead end-to-end biospecimen acquisition by gathering requirements, developing Scope of Work, reviewing and negotiating vendor Quotes and Material Transfer Agreements, and facilitating purchase requisitions, ensuring strict adherence to quality, compliance and industry best practices.
* Data Management & LIMS Operations: Manage the complete biospecimen data lifecycle, including data transfer, review, transcription, quality/consistency checks, and resolution of discrepancies. Ensure accurate data entry and execution of all data functions within validated Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
* Project Oversight & Stakeholder Engagement: Proactively monitor sample acquisition progress, identify and resolve issues, and ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness of deliverables. Interface with internal and external stakeholders to establish timelines and meet defined project goals.
* Documentation & Regulatory Maintenance: Ensure continuous process compliance, including accurate collection and maintenance of all required legal, regulatory, and ethics documentation according to established Biospecimen Acquisition and Management procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
* Relevant Swiss working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
* Life science Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 1-3 years relevant experience in sample acquisition, data management, biobanking OR Life science Master’s degree or equivalent, some experience in sample acquisition, data management, biobanking or related area
* Experience in biospecimen acquisition and regulatory requirements (FDA / EMA)
* Experience in Biobanking, clinical trial management, project management is an advantage
* Experience with IT skills: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Suite
* Good level of English (min. B2); German is a plus
* Highly motivated, organized, and solution-driven team player with meticulous attention to detail and commitment to high-quality biospecimen deliverables
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse internal and external stakeholders
* Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to follow complex protocols; solid data handling capabilities
* Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects concurrently
Nice to have
* Experience in LIMS or other validated systems
* Understanding of regulatory requirements related to diagnostics
* Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, Ethics, Data Privacy
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