Principal Chemist, R&D - Christoph Aellig

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.

Within the Development Services Team for Small Molecules we are looking for a highly skilled organic chemist with a strong interest in the development of manufacturing processes for the production of API’s. As chemist in our Team you are responsible for the implementation, optimization and transfer of manufacturing processes for Small Molecule API’s on behalf of our customers.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize scalable processes regarding productivity, safety, quality and cost efficiency for the production of small molecules API (incl. HPAPI) in the laboratory through all phases of clinical development up to Process Validation.

• Transfer of production processes to the GMP manufacturing facility and support of the manufacturing plant during production in case of issues and difficulties (e.g. trouble shooting) as technical expert.

• Plan, supervise, and evaluate laboratory experiments and summarize results in reports and presentations.

• Collaborate within Lonza’s multifunctional project Teams and with external customers.

• Anticipate, evaluate and implement trends and innovations in the area of expertise.

Key requirements:

• Ph.D in Organic Synthesis, industry experience not essential but is an advantage.

• Some expertise in downstream processing, especially in preparative chromatography is required.

• Knowledge of cGMP regulations, project management ,statistical data evaluation and DoE are desirable.

• Structured, focused, well-organized working attitude, open-minded for new ideas and suggestions, highly motivated, creative and solution-oriented. 

• Strong team player.

• Excellent communications skills and soft skills to build solid relationships.

• Fluent 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.