Job opportunity

Lab Operations Assistant / Lab Operations Assistant

IBR Inc, Institute for Bio- pharmaceutical Research Biopharmazeutische Forschung Matzingen January 29, 2026

IBR Inc.: Your Partner in Biopharmaceutical Development

IBR Inc. is a Swiss boutique Contract Research Organization (CRO) that operates GxP-compliant bioanalytical laboratories. We proudly support international biopharmaceutical clients, guiding them through the journey from early discovery to clinical development.

Position Available: Lab Operations Assistant

To ensure the smooth and compliant operation of our laboratories, we are seeking a highly organized and reliable Lab Operations Assistant. This is a permanent part-time position suited for individuals experienced in regulated laboratory environments.

Your Role

As the Lab Operations Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in managing laboratory infrastructure, samples, equipment, and documentation efficiently while adhering to regulatory requirements. Your collaboration with laboratory scientists, Quality Assurance (QA), and management will be essential to our operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sample and Reagent Management:
    • Receipt, labeling, registration, and documentation of samples and reagents
    • Accurate management of sample and reagent inventories
    • Preparation and shipment of samples in compliance with applicable regulations and protocols
  • Laboratory Supplies and Inventory:
    • Monitoring stock levels of consumables and reagents
    • Ordering and tracking supplies to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations
  • Laboratory Equipment and Infrastructure:
    • Coordination and documentation of routine maintenance, calibration, and servicing
    • Maintenance of complete and audit-ready equipment records
    • Writing, updating, and reviewing equipment-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Documentation and Compliance:
    • GxP-compliant documentation of all activities (GLP, GCP, GMP as applicable)
    • Maintenance of organized logs and records to support audits and inspections

Your Profile

  • Education in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field (apprenticeship, associate, or bachelor’s degree)
  • Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and reliability
  • Familiarity with basic laboratory techniques and equipment
  • Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with scientists and QA
  • Prior experience in a regulated laboratory environment (GLP, GCP, GMP) is highly desirable
  • Fluent German (written and spoken)
  • Good English communication skills (written and spoken)

What We Offer

  • A permanent position in a growing, science-driven CRO
  • A central role in maintaining high-quality, inspection-ready laboratory operations
  • Close collaboration with experienced bioanalytical scientists
  • Flat hierarchies and direct communication lines
  • Modern laboratory infrastructure in Matzingen, Switzerland
  • Competitive compensation aligned with experience and workload

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Work locationMatzingen, Switzerland

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