Bioprocess DSP Engineer (80–100%) – Downstream Purification

Lonza; Oberwallis; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Local benefits in Visp

Job summary

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, seeks a Bioprocess Engineer for MMM MC1 DSP 80-100% (m/f/d). You will lead downstream purification activities, support both clinical and commercial manufacturing, and ensure adherence to GMP and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Biotechnology or related Life Science field (or a Bachelor’s with pharma production experience) and have experience with DSP/USP units, GMP, and strong English communication, with German a plus.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry or related Life Science subject or Bachelor's with pharma production experience.
• Knowledge in USP or DSP units (e.g., chromatography) is required or beneficial.
• Several years working experience in biomanufacturing.
• GMP experience and understanding of bioprocess technology.
• Excellent English communication; German skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Ensure completion of operational activities for clinical and/or commercial manufacturing on time within safety and quality standards.
• Act as functional lead for preparation, manufacturing execution, cleaning and changeover in the assigned area.
• Execute and optimize downstream purification steps (chromatography, virus inactivation, depth filtration, TFF, filling) for product quality and yield.
• Be in charge of one or more DSP areas for purification of therapeutic proteins from mammalian sources.

Skills

English communication

German language (advantage)

Education

Master's degree in Biotechnology/related Life Science

Bachelor's degree with pharma production experience

Job description

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, seeks a Bioprocess Engineer for MMM MC1 DSP 80-100% (m/f/d). You will lead downstream purification activities, support both clinical and commercial manufacturing, and ensure adherence to GMP and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Biotechnology or related Life Science field (or a Bachelor’s with pharma production experience) and have experience with DSP/USP units, GMP, and strong English communication, with German a plus.