Job Description

QC Analyst

Salary: CHF38 - CHF40
REF Number: bh-71375-1
Consultant: Robert Angrave
Contact: 01246 457716
Date Published: 29.09.2026
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Location: Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Functional Expertise: Quality Assurance

CK QLS is recruiting four Quality Control Analysts to support a pharmaceutical QC laboratory in Switzerland. This is an opportunity for experienced laboratory professionals who enjoy hands-on biochemical testing and take pride in accurate, well-documented work.

The roleYou will carry out biochemical analyses in a cGMP environment, working to established laboratory procedures and quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

Performing routine testing using techniques such as ELISA, HPLC, electrophoresis, PCR, Western blotting or enzyme activity assays.
Preparing laboratory solutions and checking that equipment calibration and maintenance are up to date before use.
Recording results accurately in forms and logbooks in line with Good Documentation Practice and ALCOA+ principles.
Escalating invalid or out-of-specification results promptly and supporting laboratory investigations.
Executing reagent and consumable qualification protocols and supporting method, system and equipment validation.
Maintaining an organised laboratory in line with 5S standards and contributing to continuous improvement.

About you

A CFC in laboratory science or biology, or another relevant scientific qualification.
At least three years' experience in a pharmaceutical QC laboratory working under cGMP.
Practical experience with biochemical analytical methods. Experience in electrophoresis, HPLC, ELISA or enzyme activity testing is particularly relevant.
A structured, careful approach to laboratory work, with a strong focus on data accuracy, documentation and compliance.
The ability to stay engaged and maintain high standards when carrying out routine analyses.
Confidence working in a busy laboratory where priorities can change quickly, along with the judgement to flag issues promptly.
Fluent French and sufficient technical English to understand laboratory procedures and documentation.
Experience writing method validation protocols would be an advantage.

Applicants must be Swiss or EU citizens, or hold a valid Swiss work permit.