Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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 actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Join a team of over 18,000 people making a meaningful difference from day one. As an MSAT Process Expert, you will focus on leading technology transfers and implementing manufacturing processes from design to full-scale production. The position serves as a key link between development and operations, interacting directly with customers, preparing regulatory documentation, and driving continuous improvement. It also involves mentoring staff and contributing to the standardization and innovation of MSAT practices.
Check out more about what a career at Lonza in Visp, Switzerland could look like!
What you’ll get:
An agile career and dynamic working culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
Compensation programs that recognize high performance
A variety of benefits dependent on role and location
The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi
Key responsibilities focused in Downstream Operations:
Managing multi-functional teams as a process expert tasked with technology transfers (process design and up-scaling) and timely process implementation at manufacturing scale.
Acting as the interface between the process donor (customer, process development) and operations, ensuring process scalability and manufacturability.
Securing success during technology transfer by applying formal processes and tools to manage the transfer of information, process-related risks, and change control.
Resolving process issues that may arise during manufacturing, considering all regulatory requirements.
Completing GMP risk analysis for the manufacturing processes.
Implementing the manufacturing process in the plant.
Interacting directly with customers during tech transfer, campaign preparation, execution, and closure, including daily reporting of batch status and performance.
Ensuring timely compilation of process-related deviations, change requests, and campaign reports.
Contributing to the development and implementation of standardized MSAT procedures and processes.
Key requirements focused In Downstream:
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree preferably within Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related fields. PhD preferred.
5+ years of experience in biopharma manufacturing and/or process development, preferably in Mammalian Downstream Manufacturing. Previous MSAT experience an advantage.
GMP and deep understanding of bioprocess technology.
Strong team orientation with a collaborative approach.
Structured, focused, and well-organized working attitude.
Agile, highly motivated, and dynamic drive.
Proficiency in English and German would be advantageous.
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.