Quality Auditor (f/m)

Bachem is a listed technology-based company focused on peptide chemistry. The company provides a full range of services to the pharma and biotech industries. It specializes in the development of innovative, efficient manufacturing processes and the reliable production of peptide-based active pharmaceutical ingredients. A comprehensive catalog of biochemicals and exclusive custom syntheses for research labs complete the service portfolio. Headquartered in Switzerland with subsidiaries in Europe, the US and Asia, the group has a global reach with more experience and know-how than any other company in the industry. Towards its customers, Bachem shows total commitment to quality, innovation and partnership.

In order to continue our organic growth, we are constantly looking for talent.

What are we looking for?

As a Quality Auditor you will ensure the conformity and quality of externally sourced materials and services (analytical and other) for our API production. You will be part of a young team within Central Function Quality (based at the headquarters in Switzerland) working in close collaboration with colleagues from other sites. Your responsibilities as lead auditor include the preparation, performance and follow-up of audits of suppliers, analytical contract labs, and other service providers. Together with our procurement department and contract management you will also ensure that appropriate quality agreements are in place.

What do we expect from you?

• Master or PhD degree in life sciences or pharmacy


• Profound knowledge in Organic Chemistry


• 2 years of GMP experience in quality assurance, quality control, or manufacturing, preferably with APIs


• Excellent knowledge of the GMP requirements for APIs and for API raw materials


• Good knowledge of the GMP requirements for the analytical testing of APIs


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in German and English


• Dedicated, self-dependent personality, finding it easy to cope with an intercultural working environment


• Willingness to travel in Europe including approximately 10% intercontinental travel (mainly Southeast Asia and USA)

Nice to have

Certified training as lead auditor or auditing experience would be additional assets but can also be acquired on the job.

What can we offer you?

We offer you an attractive position where your contributions will make a difference. If you are looking for a new challenge and want to join a motivated team in an internationally renowned company, you should seize this opportunity.

Are you interested? Please submit your application with full supporting documents (motivation letter, CV, testimonials, diplomas) via recruiting tool to Mrs. Fabienne Carabelli (HR Business Partner).