Mammalian Upstream Process Expert, Large-Scale Mfg

Lonza; Switzerland; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza Visp in Switzerland seeks experienced Process Experts in Ibex® Solutions for mammalian large-scale manufacturing (up to 20,000 L). You will lead tech transfers, supervise scale-up, and optimize processes while ensuring GMP compliance and cross-functional collaboration.

Proficiency in English and/or German is essential. This role offers a dynamic environment where you contribute to life-saving products and work with passionate teams dedicated to scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master/PhD in Biotechnology, chemical engineering or related field.
• Significant GMP experience in biopharma/manufacturing.
• Experience in mammalian large-scale manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for technology transfers and up-scaling at manufacturing scale.
• Interface between the process donor (development) and manufacturing teams.
• Directly engage with customers during campaign prep, execution and closure with batch status reporting.
• Resolve process issues during manufacturing while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Secure transfer success by applying standardized processes and change control.

Skills

Excellent communication

GMP experience

Biopharma manufacturing

Process development

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Biotechnology or related

Job description

Lonza Visp in Switzerland seeks experienced Process Experts in Ibex® Solutions for mammalian large-scale manufacturing (up to 20,000 L). You will lead tech transfers, supervise scale-up, and optimize processes while ensuring GMP compliance and cross-functional collaboration.

Proficiency in English and/or German is essential. This role offers a dynamic environment where you contribute to life-saving products and work with passionate teams dedicated to scientific excellence.