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.

As a member of the QC Biologics, PhysChem Tech Team group in Visp, the Scientist (f/m/d) supports in analytical instrument qualification, promotes the adherence and continuous improvement of Quality Control and ensures lifecycle of the equipment

Key responsibilities:

• Initial qualification, requalification, service of the equipment, for the physical chemistry laboratory (centrifuges, balances, watherbaths, UV/VIS, photometer, turbidity, osmolality etc.) according to guidelines and procedures

• Planning and coordination of related activities

• Ensuring communication with the responsible QA and QC employees. Cooperation with laboratory analysts

• Triggering and processing of change requests, CAPA, deviations. Working in LIMS, Documentation Management System, and other required system, software

• Troubleshooting for the laboratory equipment

• Training for the laboratory analyst in usage of the equipment

Key requirements:

• Bachelor in chemistry, biotechnology, life science, or at least 1 year experience in laboratory with technical knowledge for the instruments

• At least several years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry

• Knowledge of analytical instrument qualification

• Strong background in cGMP regulations

• Structured, focused and well-organized working attitude. Open-minded for new ideas and suggestions, highly motivated and dynamic drive. Teamwork, as well flexibility for various tasks in technology team. Willing to learn

• Good verbal and written communication in German and English.

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