Main tasks & responsibilities:Oversee and manage the production of living adherent mast cells, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and other relevant regulatory standards. Develop, implement, and optimize cell manufacturing processes to meet scalability and quality requirements. Collaborate closely with R&D and quality assurance teams to drive continuous improvement in processes and ensure high standards of product quality. Ensure supply chain stability and maintain stringent quality control measures. Create, manage, and maintain a cell bank, ensuring the integrity and availability of cells for production and testing purposes. Your Profile:We are looking for someone who has strong experience in cell or cell-based manufacturingin an industrial or CRO context and understands the critical importance of maintaining a cell bank. The ideal candidate will have a mix of technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure the efficient and compliant production of living cells. Technical skills Proven experience in cell manufacturing and strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, particularly ISO 13485. Expertise in cell banking and managing the storage, preservation, and access to living cells. Experience in optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure scalability and high quality. Knowledge of laboratory automationfor the efficient production of cells. Soft skills: Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting Ability to work autonomously and take initiative Highly organized, diligent, and detail-oriented Innovative mindset with a solution-oriented approach Excellent team player and communicator Working Language: English C1 required; French, or German is a plus Education: Master’s degree or PhD inBioengineering/Biotechnology/Cell Biology/Immunology/Molecular Biology, or similar. Perks and Benefits:Good environment with opportunities for rapid career development and acceleration 25 days of vacation a year Flexible working hours Friendly and collaborative work atmosphere Opportunities for professional growth and skill development Conveniently located laboratory- Bern. jidd36b2f6a jit0208a