Laboratory Technical Services Lead(m/w/x)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related field
• Minimum 5 years pharmaceutical or biotechnology experience
• 3 years hands-on laboratory research experience
• Documented training in GMP and QMS
• Experience in asset or equipment management
• Understanding of GMP, quality management, and safety
• Knowledge of drug discovery and development
• Strong electronic data processing and Microsoft Office skills
• Leadership, empowerment, and mentorship skills
• Collaboration skills and self-driven independence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Very good command of English and German

Tasks

• Lead and develop the laboratory technical support team
• Drive team performance and accountability
• Liaise between scientists and cross-functional partners
• Manage technical and operational laboratory requests
• Oversee the equipment preventative maintenance program
• Support equipment lifecycle management
• Coordinate installation and commissioning of new equipment
• Ensure GRP documentation and user trainings are completed
• Write and review COPs and equipment validations
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical laboratory events
• Coordinate equipment repairs with external vendors
• Track work orders and laboratory modifications
• Manage laboratory-related IT and network topics
• Lead root cause investigations for operational events
• Implement process and cost efficiency improvements
• Manage the instrument repair and maintenance budget
• Coordinate purchasing and logistics with stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with GRP and GMP requirements

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