MSAT Process Specialist

Lonza; Schweiz; On-site; Vertraulich; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Lifestyle benefits

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Lonza Visp site in Switzerland is seeking an MSAT Process Specialist for DSP to support successful transfer, scale-up, and validation of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. This in-person role emphasizes collaboration across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to ensure robust operations.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in process development/MSAT within biopharma, strong downstream purification expertise, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related science.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in process development, MSAT, or manufacturing support in biopharma.
• Strong understanding of downstream (purification) manufacturing processes.
• Experience with process scale-up, technology transfer, and validation activities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English; knowledge of cGMP is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee process validation activities in downstream unit operations.
• Support transfer of new manufacturing processes from R&D to manufacturing with successful scale-up and validation.
• Support root cause analysis for process deviations and implement CAPAs.
• Develop and revise process documentation, including validation protocols, SOPs, and technical reports.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations for troubleshooting and optimization.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and R&D teams.
• Support regulatory submissions and data analysis to monitor process performance.

Skills

Process development

MSAT experience

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology

Tools

Statistical tools

Job description

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

This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you’ll get

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. The full list of our local tailored benefits can also be found below.
• Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

The MSAT Process Specialist of DSP at Lonza AG will play a key role in supporting the successful transfer, scale-up, validation activities, continuous improvement of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. This individual will provide technical expertise and hands-on support to ensure robust and efficient production.

What you will do

• Execute and oversee process validation activities in downstream unit operations.
• Support the transfer of new manufacturing processes from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring successful scale-up and validation activities
• Support root cause analysis for process deviations and implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
• Develop and revise process documentation, including process description, validation protocols and reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing operations for troubleshooting and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and R&D.
• Support regulatory submissions.
• Conduct data analysis and trending to monitor process performance and identify areas for improvement.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in process development, MSAT, or manufacturing support within the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of downstream (purification) manufacturing processes.
• Experience with process scale-up, technology transfer, and validation activities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong analytical mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and quality systems.

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.