Scientist for Sterility Testing, QC Microbiology (f/m/d) — Lonza

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

Lonza is now a global leader in life sciences, operating on three continents. We are in science, but there is no magic formula for how we approach work. Our most important scientific solution is talented people who work together and develop ideas that help other companies help people. In turn, our employees manage their careers independently. Because their ideas, big and small, make the world a better place. And that's the kind of work we want to be a part of!

As a Scientist Sterility Testing QC, you will be part of Quality Control Microbiology at the Visp site and support various QC projects with a focus on sterility testing and verification activities in the GMP environment. You will work in a dynamic, highly regulated environment and make an important contribution to the quality and safety of our products.

What we offer you

• An agile career in a leading international life sciences company.
• An inclusive, ethical and diverse work environment.
• Performance-based compensation and recognition programs
• A variety of attractive benefits.

Your tasks

• Collaboration in QC Microbiology projects with a focus on sterility testing and verification.
• Performing verifications and routine sterility testing on drug products.
• Collection, analysis and evaluation of verification data
• Identification and assessment of vulnerabilities as well as planning, implementation and monitoring of corrective actions.
• Preparation of verification plans, reports and technical documentation.
• Participation in method development and verification
• Support of other departments with quality-relevant issues.
• Collaboration in laboratory organization (e.g. material management, weekly laboratory cleaning).
• Active support of continuous. improvement processes within QC microbiology.

What we are looking for

• Completed studies in the natural sciences (BSc / MSc / PhD) with a focus on microbiology, biology or a comparable qualification.
• Professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry, ideally in the field of microbiology / bioburden.
• Experience with QC software systems such as MODA, LIMS, TrackWise or comparable systems is an advantage.
• Experience with QC isolator systems and their qualification desirable.
• GMP knowledge is an advantage.
• Experience in method development is an advantage.
• Independent, reliable and quality-conscious way of working.
• Enjoyment of working in a dynamic, regulated environment
• Very good knowledge of German and English.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With over 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to produce the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values: collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion and integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big and small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's exactly what we want to share with you.

Innovation thrives when people from diverse 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 are ready to 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