Innovation Scientist (Postdoc, Chemist) - Solid-State Development 100% (m/w/d)

• 08 septembre 2026
• 100%
• Indefinite duration
• Eichenweg 1 A, 4410 Liestal
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CordenPharma is one of the leading contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMO) and develops and produces active pharmaceutical ingredients, drugs, and associated packaging services on behalf of its clients as a "turnkey" service provider. The group employs approximately 3,000 people.

Our network in Europe and the United States offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technological platforms: peptides, lipids & carbohydrates, injectables, highly potent active ingredients & oncology, and small molecules. We aim for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing products of the highest quality for the benefit of patients.

CordenPharma International (CPI) acts as the management company for the CordenPharma group. In addition to the executive management team, CPI has central functions such as sales & marketing, legal, human resources, and business development, which work for the CordenPharma group across sites and at an international level.

We are looking for a person as soon as possible

Innovation Scientist (Postdoc, Chemist) - Solid-State Development 100% (m/f/d) Initial contract of 12 months with possibility of extension. #

• Liestal
• according to agreement
• Full time
• One year contract

Main activities and responsibilities ##

We are looking for a highly motivated and scientifically curious innovation scientist, with a strong practical mindset, to join our solid-state development team at Corden Pharma Switzerland. Reporting directly to the Solid-State Development Team Leader, you will contribute to innovative research projects, experimental investigations, and scientific publications in the field of solid-state pharmaceutical development. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine scientific excellence with practical industrial application in a dynamic CDMO environment.

• Independently plan, execute, and evaluate scientific case studies related to solid-state pharmaceutical development
• Identify and propose innovative research topics in collaboration with internal stakeholders and commercial teams
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews and develop scientifically sound experimental strategies
• Perform solid-state screening studies including polymorphs, salts, co-crystals, hydrates, solvates, and crystallization investigations
• Design and execute crystallization, precipitation, and solid-state development studies from screening scale to laboratory scale
• Design and carry out experiments to understand, control, and optimize crystallization processes and the solid-state properties of pharmaceutical compounds
• Apply and interpret analytical techniques such as XRPD, DSC, TGA, DVS, Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, microscopy, and particle characterization methods
• Critically analyze and evaluate experimental data and draw scientifically based conclusions
• Prepare technical reports, scientific presentations, and project updates for internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to scientific publications, conference presentations, white papers, and other technical communications
• Collaborate closely with experts in solid-state development, process development, analytical development, and manufacturing sciences
• Support the development of innovative scientific approaches and new service offerings in solid-state development.

Your profile ##

• PhD in physical chemistry, solid-state chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, materials science, chemical engineering, organic chemistry, or related scientific discipline
• Good understanding of crystallization processes, thermodynamics, phase behavior, and solid-state properties of pharmaceutical compounds
• Practical experience with solid-state characterization techniques such as XRPD, DSC, TGA, DVS, Raman spectroscopy, FTIR, or related methods
• Ability to critically evaluate scientific literature and translate results into practical development strategies
• Strong interest in experimental laboratory work in an industrial research environment
• Experience in pharmaceutical development, process chemistry, or organic chemistry is an asset
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; German is an advantage.

What we offer ##

Flexible working hours ####

Short communication lines and direct communication with all departments ####

A supportive working environment ####

An attractive workplace with a high level of responsibility ####

Interested? ##

Your contact person ####

Städtler, Verena