(Senior-) Program Manager, Advanced Synthesis 80-100% — Lonza
- Location
- CH
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 48 days ago
Role overview
The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents.
- The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.
- Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Application process
- now.
- Lonza is a global leader in pharma and biotech manufacturing.
- The company operates major production facilities in Visp (Valais), Basel, and Stein (Aargau), Switzerland.
Company and context
- We are hiring (Senior) Program Managers to join our Advanced Synthesis organization.
- In this role, you’ll be the main link between Lonza and our customers, leading cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle—from contract to GMP manufacturing and delivery.
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- This is an office‑first role.
- Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work.
- You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week). What you will get: An agile career and a dynamic work culture An inclusive and ethical workplace
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance What you will do:
- Lead and deliver customer programs across their full lifecycle—from technology transfer to GMP manufacturing and project closure—ensuring quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness.
- Act as a trusted partner and main point of contact for customers, fostering transparent communication and long-term collaboration.
- Inspire and coordinate diverse, cross-functional teams in a matrix environment, promoting shared ownership and high performance.
Additional details
- You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week). An agile career and a dynamic work culture An inclusive and ethical workplace
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance
- Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and professional development. What we are looking for:
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Notes and original content
- You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week).
- What you will get:
- An agile career and a dynamic work culture
- An inclusive and ethical workplace
- What you will do:
- Mentor and support team members, fostering a culture of learning, inclusion, and professional development.
- What we are looking for:
- Fluent in English;
- German is a plus.
- About Lonza
Questions about this listing
What salary does Lonza offer for this role?
Lonza lists CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year for this position in CH. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Lonza offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Lonza during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Valais?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Valais can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Lonza?
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