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 talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics organization, we are currently looking for a MSAT Microbial Process Expert DSP (m/f/d) to support our growth project Vibe-X, a customer-dedicated plant for a conjugated vaccine. In this role, you will be responsible for the successful commissioning of the facility and later realization of the PPQ and further production campaigns. You will play a crucial role in the network between the different departments as manufacturing, development, quality assurance and control. Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now!

Key responsibilities:

• Process owner of technical transfer, ramp-up and commissioning of the facility currently in construction
• Deliver process know-how, scientific expertise as well as operational excellence with regard to biopharma API/DS production
• Ensure right first time process technology transfer, scalability and manufacturability in cooperation with the project cross-functional team (customer, PD, Ops, QA, QC, etc.)
• Prepare validation and commercial campaigns, support process validation activities and production campaigns, lead process troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor
• Lead change control management and deviation investigations as well as CAPAs
• Process optimization by regular data analysis and compilation of CPV and APQR reports
• Improve workflows and production assets by driving relevant innovation projects

Key requirements:

• Master or PhD (preferred) in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines
• Significant (multi-year) experience in biopharma manufacturing and / or process development, preferably in the area of DSP (Microbial or Mammalian)
• Hands-on experience with downstream processing technologies (chromatography, filtration techniques, continuous centrifugation)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound technical decisions.
• cGMP experience and deep understanding of Bioprocess technology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Fluency in English required, German would be an advantage
• Creative, agile and open-minded

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.