Project Lead, QC (m

Lonza; Oberwallis; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career

Inclusive workplace

Performance recognition

Global benefits details at lonza.com

Job summary

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland is seeking a QC Project Lead (m/f/d) to join the Quality Control team. You will be the QC representative in cross-functional project teams, coordinating activities and ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery while adapting to changing priorities.

The role requires a master’s or PhD in life sciences, GMP experience, strong planning, and fluency in German and English. MS Office and LIMS/TrackWise knowledge are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or related life science
• GMP regulatory environment experience beneficial
• Strong planning and organizational skills with ability to manage priorities
• Clear communication in German and English
• Collaborative, customer-oriented approach and cross-functional work
• Independent decision making and ownership of QC activities
• Experience with MS Office; knowledge of Documentum, LIMS or TrackWise advantageous
• Problem solving with thorough, delivery-focused approach

Responsibilities

• Represent QC in cross-functional project teams and coordinate QC activities
• Act as primary QC contact for projects and customers
• Plan and oversee QC activities supporting production campaigns
• Coordinate and schedule tasks across analytical labs according to project needs
• Process change requests and deviations per GMP requirements
• Coordinate QC input for customer audits and inspections
• Monitor QC project costs and support cost-efficient delivery
• Collaborate with Program Management, Process Development, Manufacturing and QA to adapt plans

Skills

German language

English language

Planning & organization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

MS Office

Documentum

LIMS

TrackWise

Job description

We are currently looking for a QC Project Lead (m/f/d) to join our Quality Control team in Visp, Switzerland. As the QC representative and single point of contact within cross-functional project teams, you will connect analytical laboratories, internal stakeholders and external customers. Through effective planning and independent coordination, you will ensure QC activities are delivered on time and within budget, adapting to changing customer needs and project priorities.

What you’ll 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 also be found at lonza.com/careers/benefits .

What you’ll do:

• Represent QC in cross-functional project teams, independently coordinating QC activities and aligning priorities with QA, Operations, MSAT and Engineering
• Establish and maintain strong customer relationships, acting as the primary contact for project-related QC matters
• Plan and oversee QC activities supporting production campaigns, ensuring readiness and timely delivery
• Coordinate, prioritize and schedule tasks across analytical laboratories in line with project requirements and available resources
• Process change requests and deviations in accordance with GMP requirements
• Coordinate QC contributions to customer audits and regulatory inspections
• Calculate and monitor project-related QC costs, supporting cost-efficient delivery
• Collaborate closely with Program Management, Process Development, Manufacturing and QA to resolve issues and adapt plans to changing priorities

What we’re looking for:

• A master’s degree or PhD in biology, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or a related natural science discipline
• Experience in a GMP-regulated environment and Quality Control is advantageous
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and remain focused under pressure
• Clear communication skills in German and English
• A collaborative, customer-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively across functions
• The ability to work independently, make sound decisions and take ownership of project-related QC activities
• Confidence using MS Office; knowledge of systems such as Documentum, LIMS or TrackWise is advantageous
• An adaptable and thorough approach to solving problems and delivering results

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.

Reference: R80107

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, 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.