Senior QA Specialist, Bioconjugates 80-100% (f/m/d) — Lonza
- Location
- Visp
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 10 days ago
Full description
Location: the actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics Quality organization, we are currently looking for a Senior QA Specialist (f/m/d) for the Bioconjugates plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for QA Bioconjugates activities and will be in direct contact with the key stakeholders in the Operations Team, MSAT, QA/QC & Project Management teams within the organization.
What you will get
- An agile career and dynamic working culture
- An inclusive and ethical workplace
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance
- A variety of benefits dependant on role and location
The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do
- Support continuous improvement programs to establish effective Quality Management System in Bioconjugates.
- Partner closely with cross‑functional teams to identify risks, drive deviation management & continuous improvement.
- Guide and influence stakeholders by providing QA expertise, ensuring robust quality culture and operational compliance.
- Manage and actively participate in “QA on the floor” program, including QA walkdowns and GEMBA walks.
- Act as QA SME in meetings with the relevant stakeholders, and customers, in audits and inspections.
- Responsible for the review and final release of records like Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Deviations, Change Requests, Effectiveness Checks, risk assessment etc.
- Identify emerging QA relevant topics, communicating to the relevant stakeholders and working actively on their development into new or already established Quality and Compliance strategies and/or standards i.e., CAPAs.
- Train and coach new employees and existing QA Specialists.
What we are looking for
- Academic degree in Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Life Science or related field.
- Extensive experience in the GMP-regulated pharmaceutical industry including continuous improvement within QA area required.
- Green Belt certification is an advantage.
- General knowledge of manufacturing processes, great understanding and knowledge in Deviations, CAPA and Change Request management including related activities.
- Demonstrated ability to act proactively with a detail‑oriented, problem‑solving and continuous‑improvement mindset.
- Write, review and approve documents e.g. SOPs and other Quality documents as applicable
- Experience in the interaction with health authorities (Swissmedic, FDA etc.) is desired.
- We are looking for someone who is independent, sociable, pro-active, customer focused and who values working as a team player.
- Experience as a QA trainer or trained as a trainer for Quality topics is an advantage.
- Experience with TrackWise, SAP, and Microsoft Office software is preferred.
- Fluency in English is required
- German would be an asset.
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.
Questions about this listing
What salary does Lonza offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Visp is CHF 83'500 - 126'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Lonza. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into 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 citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Valais's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Valais's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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