Senior Lab IT Migration Specialist (m/f/d) - Windows 11

For our renowned pharmaceutical client based in Basel, we are looking for an experienced Senior Lab IT Migration Specialist (m/f/d) to support a large-scale Windows 11 migration program within Biomedical Research laboratory environments.

In this role, you will be responsible for the migration of laboratory computer systems to Windows 11 IoT LTSC Enterprise, ensuring data integrity, hardware compatibility, compliance, and minimal disruption to scientific operations. While the primary focus of the role is hands-on migration execution, you will also support project coordination, documentation, reporting, and post-migration activities in close collaboration with the Project Manager.

Your Responsibilities

• Execute Windows 11 migrations for laboratory computer systems, including hardware refresh activities
• Perform data backup, migration of user profiles and configurations, and post-migration validation
• Install and configure scientific software applications and laboratory systems
• Coordinate migration activities with laboratory users, scientific stakeholders, Lab IT teams, and external vendors
• Support migration readiness assessments, planning activities, scheduling, and rollout coordination
• Maintain project, implementation, and migration documentation, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting
• Collaborate closely with the Project Manager regarding planning alignment, status updates, reporting, and project data delivery
• Provide administrative support related to migration and rollout activities
• Collaborate with internal IT teams regarding endpoint management, security, and infrastructure-related requirements
• Provide post-migration support (hypercare), investigate migration-related issues, and take ownership of their technical resolution
• Maintain accurate migration documentation, asset tracking, issue management and status reporting
• Ensure compliance with IT security, operational standards, and project processes throughout the migration lifecycle

Your Profile

• Proven experience with Windows 10 to Windows 11 migration projects
• Experience in laboratory IT, scientific environments, or the pharmaceutical/biotech industry is highly desirable
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with a structured approach to problem solving
• Experience with endpoint management, device deployment, and hardware lifecycle management
• Familiarity with scientific software and laboratory instruments is an advantage
• Experience supporting IT rollout or migration projects, including documentation and coordination activities
• Good understanding of Windows security, patching, and system administration
• Strong communication skills and experience working with end users, vendors, project managers, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to balance hands-on technical work
  
• Project coordination and administrative responsibilities
• Fluent in English; German is an advantage
  

Benefits

• 5 weeks of vacation
• Coverage of certification costs
• Reka Card with 20% discount on up to CHF 2,400
• CHF 400 contribution towards a gym membership