The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

We are looking for a: Bioprocess Engineer USP/DSP( Microbial)/BioConjugates (m/w/d) 80%-100%

What you will get:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below.

• Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi 

What you will do:

• Ensure timely execution of operational activities for clinical and commercial manufacturing while maintaining safety and quality standards.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in the design, commissioning, and qualification of new facilities, as well as preparation, execution, cleaning, and changeovers in assigned areas.

• Lead one or more specialized areas, such as: Upstream processing (e.g., inoculation, main cultivation, or primary recovery); downstream processing; Bio-Conjugates

• Perform manufacturing tasks in compliance with cGMP guidelines, including batch execution, test result evaluations, equipment troubleshooting, and resolution recommendations.

• Review production documentation, address deviations and change requests, and implement CAPAs to maintain high-quality GMP standards.

• Participate the development and review of automation recipes for equipment and facility components.

• Train production personnel on assigned products.

• Actively participate in audits and customer visits.

What we’re looking for:

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Process Engineering, or a related Life Science field (or a Bachelor's degree with relevant pharmaceutical production experience).

• Expertise in Upstream, Downstream processing, or Bio-conjugation technology.

• Experience in bio-manufacturing and/or scaling up a biopharmaceutical facility, with cGMP experience being an advantage.

• Excellent English communication skills; German proficiency is a plus.

• An organized and goal-oriented approach to work, with a willingness to consider new ideas, strong motivation, and a problem-solving approach

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.