Company Information
Solvias is an internationally recognized provider of integrated solutions in contract analytical research, development, and manufacturing. The company offers a broad spectrum of services and solutions across the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, Cell & Gene Therapy, and Cosmetic industries. With headquarters near Basel, Switzerland, over 800 highly qualified employees take pride in placing science at the core of their mission to bring safer and better products to market faster.
Your Mission
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Metrology to build and lead our dedicated metrology team. In this key role, you will be responsible for the strategic development and operational excellence of our laboratory equipment management processes across the full lifecycle—from onboarding to decommissioning. You will lead a growing team, ensuring compliant, efficient, and scalable operational support in a GMP-regulated environment.
Job Description
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing metrology team.
- Own and drive the full equipment lifecycle: onboarding, qualification, maintenance, change management, and decommissioning.
- Establish harmonized processes and documentation standards for equipment across all lab units.
- Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements across all metrology activities.
- Coordinate with external service providers and key internal stakeholders (labs, QA, IT, procurement).
- Drive continuous improvement and standardization of equipment management and calibration routines.
- Support audits and regulatory inspections as the responsible metrology lead.
- Monitor KPIs and resource planning to ensure effective, scalable team operations.
Requirements
- Degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related field; alternatively, extensive practical experience in metrology or equipment lifecycle management may also qualify.
- Proven experience in laboratory equipment lifecycle management.
- Leadership experience, ideally in a matrix or cross-functional team setting.
- Deep understanding of metrology processes, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, pragmatic approach.
- Very good English skills; German is an advantage.
Benefits
- A well-structured onboarding program.
- Intensive training at the beginning.
- The possibility for further development.
- Flexible working time models (40 hours a week).
- At least 28.5 vacation days per year (depending on your age).
- Commuter contribution for using public transport.
- Cafeteria, free water & coffee.
Our employees are very close to our hearts. Each individual can make a difference and develop both professionally and personally.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.