Head of MSAT Equipment Qualification & Process Platforms

Lonza; Stein; Remote; CHF 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Benefits by role

Job summary

Lonza in Stein, AG, Switzerland is seeking a Group Head MSAT Equipment Qualification (80-100%). You will lead the qualification governance and lifecycle strategies for critical sterile manufacturing processes and single-use systems.

This fully site-based role requires strong GMP knowledge, leadership, and a proven track record in equipment qualification and process platforms. English fluent; German advantageous; relocation support available.

Qualifications

• Experience with sterile drug product manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of equipment qualification and lifecycle management.
• Experience supporting audits and Health Authority interactions.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Proven capability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification governance for Equipment Qualification and Process Platforms.
• Define lifecycle strategies to ensure compliance, reliability and robustness.
• Develop MSAT expertise through coaching, planning and succession.
• Provide functional leadership for Drug Product Process Platforms and SUS.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Coaching

Education

MSc or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Engineering/Chemistry/Biochemistry

Job description

Lonza in Stein, AG, Switzerland is seeking a Group Head MSAT Equipment Qualification (80-100%). You will lead the qualification governance and lifecycle strategies for critical sterile manufacturing processes and single-use systems.

This fully site-based role requires strong GMP knowledge, leadership, and a proven track record in equipment qualification and process platforms. English fluent; German advantageous; relocation support available.