Associate Principal Scientist - Analytical Development 80-100% (m/f/d)

Lonza AG; Oberwallis; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Agile career culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance-based compensation

Lifestyle and family benefits

Zusammenfassung

Lonza AG in Visp, Switzerland is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist - Analytical Development for an 80-100% site‑based role. You will apply advanced analytical technologies, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive high‑impact projects to ensure medicines meet top quality standards.

You will lead AD activities on pre‑clinical teams, manage delivery timelines, and support proposals while partnering with process development to optimize workflows.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in biology, biochemistry or a comparable subject area.
• Several years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in protein analysis and binding potency assays (e.g. ELISA, SPR).
• Ideally experience with IT/OT systems for analytical laboratories, such as electronic lab notebooks, Empower, Softmax Pro etc.
• Confident communication in English. German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Serve as the AD representative on pre‑clinical project teams, coordinating with internal SMEs across all relevant project phases.
• Own the on‑time, in‑full delivery of assigned project stages and act as the primary point of contact for all customer inquiries related to AD topics.
• Support the commercial project team in the development of proposals and statements of work.
• Collaborate closely with process development teams to streamline cross‑department workflows and enable cost‑efficient implementation of project requirements.
• Act as the SME for designated analytical methods, including data review and interpretation, leading laboratory investigations, and troubleshooting.
• Identify opportunities for innovation within the area of expertise and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Biology background

Analytical development

Protein analysis & assays

IT/OT in labs

English communication

German a plus

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in biology/biochemistry or related field

Tools

ELN/ Empower/ Softmax Pro

Jobbeschreibung

Associate Principal Scientist - Analytical Development 80-100% (m/f/d)

Lonza AG Vacant since: 28.08.2026 Number of jobs: 1 3930 Visp (VS) 80% - 100% Immediately Permanent

Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Join our team as an Associate Principal Scientist - Analytical Development 80-100% (m/f/d) in Visp and help ensure the quality and safety of tomorrow’s medicines. In this hands‑on, site‑based role, you’ll apply advanced analytical technologies, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive high‑impact projects in a dynamic, innovative environment. If you’re passionate about science and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you’ll get:

• An agile career and dynamic working 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 in Visp can be found on: Benefits - Visp

What you’ll do:

• Serve as the AD representative on pre‑clinical project teams, coordinating with internal SMEs across all relevant project phases
• Own the on‑time, in‑full delivery of assigned project stages and act as the primary point of contact for all customer inquiries related to AD topics
• Support the commercial project team in the development of proposals and statements of work
• Collaborate closely with process development teams to streamline cross‑department workflows and enable cost‑efficient implementation of project requirements
• Act as the SME for designated analytical methods, including data review and interpretation, leading laboratory investigations, and troubleshooting
• Identify opportunities for innovation within the area of expertise and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What we are looking for:

• Degree (Bachelor, Master or PhD) in biology, biochemistry or a comparable subject area
• Several years of relevant professional experience
• Experience in protein analysis and binding potency assays (e.g. ELISA, SPR)
• Ideally experience with IT/OT systems for analytical laboratories, such as electronic lab notebooks, Empower, Softmax Pro etc.
• Confident communication in English. German is a plus.

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.

• Work location 3930 Visp (VS)
• Workload 80% - 100%
• Employment start Immediately
• Employment duration Permanent
• Qualification skilled
• Work experience More than 3 years
• Education Master’s degree from a university of applied sciences or equivalent
• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
• By online Online form