Senior Associate, Automated Cell Culture | Senior Associate in automated cell culture (m/f/d) (LSW) - BS

Manpower

Basel, BS, Switzerland
Published Nov 26, 2025
Part-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate specializing in automated cell culture to join a dynamic Lead Discovery team in Basel. You will be instrumental in ensuring consistent and reliable large-scale mammalian cell production, crucial for High-Throughput Screening (HTS) and profiling campaigns. The role involves operating and maintaining sophisticated automated cell culture systems, planning and executing complex biochemical and cellular assays, and managing subsequent data analysis. A key aspect of this position is contributing to the development of a "lab of the future" by expanding expertise in laboratory automation and digital processes, potentially including the design of new automated systems. Candidates must possess a scientific degree (Bachelor's or Master's) and at least two years of relevant experience in large-scale cell culture and assay development within the biotech or pharmaceutical sector. This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, a solution-oriented mindset, and fluent English communication abilities, working closely within a matrix team environment.

Required Skills

Education

Apprenticeship, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in a relevant scientific field

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in large-scale mammalian cell culture
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in assay development, ideally including HTS exposure, within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
  • Strong hands-on expertise in setting up and running various cell-based assays and formats
  • Initial experience or demonstrated interest in laboratory automation

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract (6 months with possible 1-year extension); Lab-based position in Basel requiring occasional weekend support; No travel required.