UCB, one of Switzerland's Best Employers, is an internationally active biopharmaceutical company specializing in the therapeutic areas of neurological disorders and immunology. The Bulle site is home to the company's Swiss sales subsidiary and primarily serves as a biotechnological and chemical production platform for the manufacture and distribution of pharmaceutical specialties for the treatment of allergy, epilepsy, and autoimmune diseases.
To support the QC team at UCB's Bulle site in Switzerland, we are looking for a 100% QC Specialist.
Your key responsibilities :
1. Act as SME for analytical methods and lab equipment
2. Support QC teams in daily lab operations and technical troubleshooting
3. Lead or contribute to deviations, CAPA, and investigations
4. Draft and revise SOPs, reports, specifications, and quality documents
5. Participate in the implementation and qualification of new methods/equipment
6. Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and internal quality standards
7. Prepare and support regulatory inspections and internal audits
8. Contribute to Product Quality Reviews (PQR) and CPV activities
9. Identify improvement opportunities and lead related initiatives
10. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, etc.)
11. Provide input on equipment budgets and investment planning
12. Ensure inspection readiness and maintain accurate documentation
13. Act as back-up for other QC Specialists when needed
14. Help define and implement QC strategies for analytical processes
What will make you successful :
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field
2. Minimum 5 years' experience in QC within the pharma/biotech industry
3. Solid knowledge of GMP, GLP, and major pharmacopoeias (EP, USP / NF, JP)
4. Proficiency in analytical techniques: HPLC, UPLC, ELISA, bioassays, microbiology
5. Good understanding of statistics, process capability, and problem-solving tools
6. Experience with QA processes: deviations, CAPA, investigations
7. Fluent in French and English (written and spoken)
8. Strong organizational skills: able to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines
9. Team-oriented with a calm, structured, and autonomous working style
10. Comfortable leading small projects and training peers when needed
UCB is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone's talents and perspectives are valued and respected.
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