Chemist / Chemical Engineer (m/f/d) - DSP / Preparative chromatography Technologies (80-100%)

Lonza; Oberwallis; Vor Ort; Vertraulich; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation assistance

On-site in Visp

Zusammenfassung

Lonza Visp, Switzerland seeks a Chemist / Chemical Engineer (m/f/d) with strong Downstream Processing (DSP) and preparative chromatography to lead DSP development and support GMP production on site.

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required; extensive Prep HPLC experience; lead cross-functional projects; fluent English; German a plus; relocation assistance available.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required.
• Extensive DSP experience in biopharma/chemical industry.
• Proven prep HPLC and chromatography experience.
• Experience in GMP environments is a plus.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead DSP process development and technology transfer.
• Oversee lab activities, planning and evaluation of experiments.
• Collaborate with Production, QA, QC and customers to drive improvements.
• Support capital investments and DSP equipment projects.

Kenntnisse

DSP expertise

HPLC

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Ausbildung

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Prep HPLC

Chromatography

GMP knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Chemist / Chemical Engineer (m/f/d) – DSP / Preparative chromatography Technologies (80-100%)

The actual location of this job is in Visp , Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

We are seeking an experienced Chemist / Chemical Engineer (m/f/d) with strong expertise in Downstream Processing (DSP) and in particular in preparative chromatography to join our team in Visp. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for the continuous improvement and advancement of DSP technologies across development and manufacturing, helping to maintain and strengthen the organization's competitive position in this field.

As a senior scientific and technical expert, you will provide leadership in DSP technologies, develop process, support other experts, serve as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, support commercial and business development activities, and contribute to strategic investment and growth initiatives.

What you will get

An agile career and a dynamic work culture.

An inclusive and ethical workplace.

Compensation programs that recognise high performance.

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below.

Drive continuous improvement and innovation in DSP technologies by staying current with industry developments and collaborating closely with Manufacturing, QA, Engineering, and other cross‑functional teams

Act as the organization's technical and scientific expert for DSP technologies in customer interactions, commercial events, and the broader scientific community, while supporting technical sales activities and global sites

Lead and/or support DSP process development projects, including planning, supervision, and evaluation of laboratory activities, ensuring delivery against quality, cost, and timeline objectives

Support the transfer of DSP manufacturing processes into GMP production facilities and provide technical expertise during manufacturing campaigns

Lead or support troubleshooting activities, investigations, deviation assessments, document reviews, and process improvements in collaboration with Production, QA, QC, and customers

Define and support investment strategies for DSP equipment and technologies, including the evaluation and execution of capital investment projects

Drive growth and innovation initiatives by leading end‑to‑end DSP projects and contributing to strategic business development activities

What we are looking for:

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline

Extensive expertise in Downstream Processing (DSP) within the biopharmaceutical, chemical, or related industry

Proven experience with preparative HPLC (Prep HPLC) and chromatographic purification processes is required

Strong background in process development, scale‑up, and technology transfer

Experience working in GMP‑regulated environments is an advantage

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Proven track record in leading large‑scale CAPEX, investment, or technology implementation projects, delivering high‑quality results on time; fluent English required, 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.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences?