Scientific Expert Central Analytics (Method Development) (m/f/d)

Merz Aesthetics is an independent, internationally active company in the field of aesthetic medicine. For years, our comprehensive product portfolio is among the highest quality in its category and is valued by healthcare professionals worldwide. Merz Aesthetics is part of the Merz Group, with our Europe , Middle East and Africa (EMEA) headquarters in Frankfurt am Main. Our global head office is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. Our purpose is to help people look better, feel better, and live better, and over 3,000 employees across 26 countries are dedicated to this mission. Would you like to become part of our success story? Join Merz Aesthetics!

This role is limited to 24 month.

The following responsibilities are awaiting you:

• You independently perform analytical tasks within Central Analytics in compliance with applicable regulations. 
• You develop and validate analytical methods in accordance with applicable regulations and requirements. 
• You conduct GMP-compliant testing of ICH stability samples. 
• You independently track and process analytical orders using LIMS. 
• You carry out GMP-related documentation activities, including the preparation of SOPs, work instructions, test instructions and test plans. 
• You operate, maintain and perform GMP-compliant functional checks of analytical instruments and supporting equipment. 
• You prepare, archive and maintain project documentation. 
• You evaluate and monitor internal and external analytical work, including method development and validation, analytical results and stability studies. 
• You take responsibility for transferring analytical methods to GTO or external contract laboratories and prepare the corresponding plans and reports. 

What we expect from you:

• You have completed vocational training, for example as a Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or Pharmaceutical Technical Assistant (PTA), together with relevant professional experience, or you hold a degree in life sciences or natural sciences. 
• You bring 3-5 years of professional experience in an analytical laboratory. 
• You ideally have experience in aesthetic medical device development. 
• You have experience in analytical method development and validation
• You have practical expertise in analytical techniques, including HPLC(-MS), GC(-MS), IR and UV. 
• You have sound knowledge of GMP requirements. 
• You have very good written and spoken German and English skills. 
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office and have experience with Chromeleon chromatography software. 
• You demonstrate analytical thinking, strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. 
• You work reliably and independently and have strong organizational skills. 

What you can expect from us:

Putting people first: You can expect to find an open work culture with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths at Merz Aesthetics. You will collaborate with colleagues from all around the globe. And if life takes an unexpected turn and you need help or advice, then you can always rely on our different internal and external support systems.

Family and work: Our employees should be able to reconcile their family and work commitments. That’s why you’ll find, for example, company day care centers at our locations. In the EMEA region, we have been awarded the “Top Employer” and “Great Place to Work” certifications for our outstanding HR policies and work culture.

Work-life harmony: Our time is precious; our daily routines individual. To help you reconcile work and leisure time with their conflicting demands, we have adopted contemporary flexible working time models. We offer you flex-working time and mobile working. Our employees also benefit from generous arrangements for annual leave.

Ongoing training: Your personal and professional development is the key to success for us. To foster this, we conduct regular development discussions and facilitate a wide range of management and specialist training courses, soft skills courses, e-learning courses, language courses and coaching sessions.

Find out more about our benefits at https://careers.merz-aesthetics.com.

We look forward to your application!