Scientist (all genders) Quality Control, Microbiology (80-100%)

Location: Visp (Switzerland)Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

At Lonza AG, we are committed to delivering world-class solutions through outstanding teamwork and innovative thinking! We are currently seeking a Scientist (all genders) to join our ambitious team in Microbiology Quality Control , in the beautiful town of Visp, Switzerland. This role is essential to support our ongoing success in the life sciences sector. Are you looking for a role with variety between routine and creative work (problem solving/troubleshooting tasks) and where you have the opportunity to be in contact with a large network of people? Then apply today!

• An agile career and dynamic working culture

• An inclusive and ethical workplace

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

• Along with competitive salaries, you’ll find a wide range of lifestyle, family and leisure benefits available. Depending on your location, these benefits could include family allowances, childcare support, discounts for local businesses and attractions, travel allowances and subsidized meals.

• Technical representation of the QC Microbiology department (Visp, Lonza) internally and at customer meetings/audits/visits as well as during inspections within the projects assigned to you

• Scientific SME for project-specific analyses and other microbial analyses in QC Microbiology: Monitoring, evaluating and, if necessary, coordinating the implementation of current improvements.

• Coordinating and ensuring the timely completion of individual work packages assigned to specific business units (BUs), while facilitating effective communication within interdisciplinary overarching teams (e.g., studies, validation/verification, deviations, and transfers).

• Collection, investigation, and evaluation of verification data, identifying weak points, and implementing corrective measures to ensure flawless operations. Defining cGMP examinations in the event of deviations, ensuring compliance and maintaining our proven track record of excellence.

• Participation in the creation and release of technical documentation, including the development of verification plans and reports. Development and verification of analytical microbiology methods to uphold our strict standards of quality.

• Supporting other departments with Quality Assurance tasks and contributing to various projects at the Visp site team. Driving process improvements to maintain our competitive edge.

• Readiness for on-call duty approximately 3-4 times per year, with assignments carried out from home.

• MSc or PhD in Microbiology, Biology, or Pharmaceutical Sciences, or equivalent experience.

• Proven work experience in pharmaceutical Quality Control, particularly with endotoxin and/or bioburden analysis is highly desirable.

• GMP knowledge is highly desirable

• You stay organised and manage to keep an overview of many tasks even when times are very busy. You enjoy being in contact with many different internal and external partners.

• Proficiency in English is essential; German language skills are advantageous.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will have a significant impact.

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.