MSAT Chemist Chromatography 80-100% (m/f/d)

Lonza Group Ltd.; Oberwallis; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Global benefits

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Visp, Switzerland is seeking a highly skilled MSAT professional to drive process transfers and support commercial manufacturing with focus on preparative chromatography.

You will lead efforts to strengthen process robustness, troubleshoot runs, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams while mentoring laboratory technicians. Fluent English required; German is a plus. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in chemistry or related field.
• 2+ years in preparative chromatography methods development.
• Strong chromatographic separation expertise.
• Experience with cGMP and data analysis.
• Fluent in English; German a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead transfer of GMP processes to HKSM/Apollo facilities.
• Provide scientific support during startup and routine production.
• Develop purification strategies and troubleshoot.
• Mentor laboratory staff and drive process optimization.

Skills

Chromatography

Process development

Purification

Project leadership

GMP knowledge

English fluency

Education

PhD in Chemistry

MSc in Chemistry

Job description

Location

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

About the role

As part of the Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) team, you will play a key role in ensuring successful process transfers, supporting commercial manufacturing, driving process robustness, and acting as a subject matter expert in preparative chromatography.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: Visp

What you will do

• Support the transfer of commercial GMP manufacturing processes from the HAPI laboratories into the HAPI Kilo Suite Manufacturing (HKSM) and/or Apollo production facilities, working closely with manufacturing teams, project teams, and customers
• Provide scientific and technical support for the commercial manufacture of highly potent products during process start-up and routine operations. This includes troubleshooting, root cause investigations, hypothesis testing, process optimization, and the execution of use tests
• Support qualification activities, including the evaluation and introduction of new suppliers, raw materials, and process-related changes
• Develop a deep understanding of assigned manufacturing processes to ensure robust process performance, operational excellence, and reliable product supply
• Lead and develop assigned laboratory technicians while acting as a process optimization specialist within the department
• Serve as a subject matter expert for preparative chromatography and contribute to the continuous improvement of purification processes and manufacturing performance

What we are looking for

• Degree in Chemistry (Ph.D., M.Sc., or equivalent industry experience), preferably in organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in the development, optimization, and application of preparative chromatography methods, ideally in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or CDMO industry.
• Strong expertise in chromatographic separation technologies with a proven track record in purification process development and optimization.
• Practical experience in preparative chromatography method development, troubleshooting, and process scale-up.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements, data analysis, and structured problem-solving approaches is an advantage.
• Self-driven, analytical, and solution-oriented professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent English skills (written and spoken) are required; German is considered a plus but is not mandatory.

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?

Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong. You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, you will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters. We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.