Senior QC Scientist 80-100% — Lonza

Full description

The work location for this position is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation support is available to eligible applicants and their families if needed.

To strengthen our QC Wet Chemistry team, we are looking for a committed and technically proficient individual as Senior QC Scientist. In this role, in addition to demanding analytical activities in the laboratory, you will also assume technical responsibility for defined methods and areas of expertise. You will support the laboratory manager in ensuring efficient, GMP-compliant laboratory operations and act as their deputy in their absence

What awaits you

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture.
• An inclusive and ethical work environment.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A wide range of benefits, depending on the role and location.

You can find the full list of our global benefits here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

Your responsibilities

• Independent performance of complex analytical tests and method-related activities in the QC laboratory.
• Taking on technical responsibility for defined analytical methods, instruments or areas of expertise.
• Supporting the laboratory manager in organizing and coordinating daily laboratory activities.
• Performing the deputy function for the laboratory manager and providing support with operational and technical matters.
• Ensuring the timely, high-quality and GMP-compliant provision of analytical results.
• Supporting the handling of deviations, OOS/OOT results, CAPAs and Change Controls.
• Providing technical guidance for method validations, method verifications and method transfers.
• Conducting error analyses and troubleshooting for analytical or methodological challenges.
• Identifying and implementing improvements in analytical methods, processes and workflows.
• Supporting audits, inspections and regulatory inquiries within the area of responsibility.
• Promoting a high level of data integrity and compliance with GMP and quality requirements.
• Providing technical support and coaching to employees on method-related questions.

What we are looking for

• Completed degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, life sciences or a comparable natural science discipline.
• Several years of professional experience in a GMP-regulated QC laboratory.
• Extensive knowledge of analytical methods and laboratory processes.
• Experience in method validation, method transfer, and analytical troubleshooting.
• Good knowledge of GMP requirements, data integrity, and quality systems.
• Experience handling deviations, CAPAs, and change control processes.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills, as well as a structured approach to work.
• A high degree of personal responsibility, teamwork skills, and strong communication skills.
• Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our employees are our greatest strength. At more than 30 locations across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture 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, whether big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that is exactly what we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are ready to turn our customers' groundbreaking ideas into practical therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

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

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