The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

The site in Visp, Switzerland is continuously growing and we are currently in search for our Biologics Organisation of a Microbial Contamination Control Expert (w/m/d) for the pharmaceutical production. In this role you will be in collaboration with an inter-disciplinary team responsible for the creation and implementation of measures to prevent contamination in production facilities manufacturing bioconjugates.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• A highly collaborative environment that fosters teamwork and inclusion

• A range of professional development programs to grow your skills and career

• An ethical workplace where tasks are carried out in accordance with relevant procedures

• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

What you will do:

• As Microbial Contamination Control Expert (w/m/d) you’re responsible for the creation and implementation of measures to prevent contamination in accordance with cGMP guidelines

• Update and execution of Gap assessments as well as risk assessments and implementation of the resulting measures

• Creation and update of SOPs including Change Control Management

• Point of contact for the topic of contamination prevention in manufacturing

• Sharing and representing the interest of the asset in the overarching and interdisciplinary groups and meetings

• Strive for continuous improvement possibilities in the procedures, processes and facilities with respect to contamination prevention including their implementation in collaboration with the respective project teams and departments such as MSAT and QA

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor/Master degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or similar

• Min. 3 to 5 years of working experience in the biotechnology (low bioburden) production, preferably in the manufacturing of bioconjugates

• Fluent English, German is a plus

• Excellent GMP comprehension

• Strong team and project management skills as well as efficient communication capacities

• Strong team orientation and assertiveness

• Cross-functional, structured and meticulous work ethic

• Well-organized, proactivity, high motivation, structured and independent work capacities as well as open mindfulness for new ideas and suggestions

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.