Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated individuals working together, brainstorming ideas that support businesses in making a positive impact on society. In return, we empower our employees to take ownership of their careers. Their innovative ideas, whether big or small, truly make a difference in the world. And that’s the type of work we aspire to contribute to.

Are you ready to take on the role of Laboratory Technician (all genders) in our analytical Quality Control laboratory, located in the breathtaking Visp? Join our groundbreaking laboratory that boasts brand-new technology and instruments, and collaborate with a vibrant and international team. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around conducting routine analysis of biopharmaceuticals using HPLC. This role offers a lot of variety with many different projects and a wide variety of HPLC techniques (e.g. RP, SEC, AEX) and many different HPLC detectors (e.g. UV, fluorescence, light scattering, refrective index).

What you’ll get:

We want everyone who works at Lonza to take pride in their role, take ownership of their responsibilities and drive their career forward. If you achieve these goals, you will be rewarded for your contribution. Along with competitive salaries, you’ll find a wide range of lifestyle, family and leisure benefits available. Depending on your location, these benefits could include family allowances, childcare support, discounts for local businesses and attractions, travel allowances and subsidized meals. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed!

What you’ll do

• Join our Quality Control team and perform analytical methods in line with SOPs, GMP and safety rules, specifically focusing on HPLC analyses

• You adhere to quality guidelines and perform both practical laboratory work and essential administrative tasks, including detailing results and crafting work instructions.

• At the same time, you support laboratory maintenance (equipment responsibility) and ensure that the laboratory is clean and tidy

• The varied responsibilities also include close cooperation with shift workers

What we’re looking for

• Apprenticeship as laboratory technician, CTA, BSc in Chemistry /Biochemistry or similar education

• Hands-on experience with HPLC is highly preferred

• Work experience in a GMP environment in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry is a plus

• You are conscientious, structured and responsible and you are able to adjust in a flexible manner to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment

• Fluency in English, German is an additional advantage

Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community and culture. We also recognize the value of every person’s contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences and beliefs – including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and religion.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.