Process Expert MSAT Downstream- Mammalian Large Scale (m/f/d)

Lonza Group Ltd.; Oberwallis; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Visp, Switzerland, is seeking a Process Expert MSAT Downstream for Mammalian Large Scale to support multiple business units.

This role leads cross-functional teams through technology transfers, scaling, and manufacturing-scale execution, interfacing with process development and operations. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master, 5+ years in biopharma manufacturing or process development, and strong GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master with PhD preferred in biotech or chemical engineering.
• 5+ years biopharma manufacturing or process development experience.
• Experience in GMP and mammalian downstream highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross functional teams on technology transfers and scaling.
• Coordinate lifecycle from planning to project completion.
• Interface between process development and operations.
• Ensure process scalability and manufacturability.
• Contribute to risk assessments and change control during transfers.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional work

GMP

MSAT

Process transfer

Biopharma

English

German

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD

Job description

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

At our location in Visp, in the canton of Valais, we are currently looking for Process Expert MSAT Downstream- Mammalian Large Scale to support our growth in several business units! The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

What you’ll do:

• Lead cross functional teams as a process expert tasked with technology transfers (process design and up-scaling) and timely process implementation at manufacturing scale.
• This includes the whole lifecycle of assigned projects from planning over coordination, implementation, control and project completion aligned with project management goals.
• Act as the interface between the process donor (customer, process development) and operations.
• Responsible to ensure process scalability and manufacturability.
• Securing success during technology transfer by applying formal processes and tools to manage the transfer of information, process related risks and change control.
• Responsible for the resolution of process issues that may arise during manufacturing, considering all regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for execution of GMP risk analysis for the manufacturing processes.
• Working as MSAT process expert in Capital investment projects for building and commissioning of the manufacturing units.
• Main responsible for delivering all input required for the specific processes (block-flow diagrams, media and buffer lists, critical parameter lists).
• Responsible for implementing the manufacturing process in the plant.
• Interacting directly with customers during tech transfer, campaign preparation, execution and closure including daily reporting of batch status and performance.
• Ensuring timely compilation of process related deviations, change requests and campaign reports.
• Compiling CMC sections in filing documents and technical content of validation reports.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of standardized MSAT procedures and processes.
• Responsible for continuous improvement of process performance.
• Supervising tasks in the area of local and global MSAT initiatives or leading major task forces or troubleshooting teams.
• Evaluating and driving innovative trends within the respective area of expertise.
• Acting as a mentor for scientific and production staff in different fields of expertise.
• Performing process specific trainings for production staff.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor / Master's degree, PhD preferred.
• Preferred area of study: Biotechnology, chemical engineering or related disciplines.
• At least 5 years of experience in the area of biopharma manufacturing and / or process development preferable in the area of Mammalian Manufacturing GMP and deep understanding of bioprocess technology.
• Fluency in English and German would be advantageous.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Very good communication skills and interaction with all kinds of interfaces within customers and the project organisation.
• Strong team orientation.
• Structured, focused and well-organized working attitude.
• Open-minded for new ideas and suggestions.
• Agile, highly motivated and dynamic drive.
• Solution-oriented.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility.

How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves.

At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a significant difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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. Join us. Be you.