Scientist QC Equipment & Qualification 80-100% (f/m/d)

Lonza; Oberwallis; Remote; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, is seeking a Scientist QC Equipment & Qualification at 80-100% (f/m/d). This fully site-based role will manage the PQ/IQ/OQ activities and lifecycle of QC analytical equipment, ensuring GMP compliance and availability.

You will coordinate procurement, installation, maintenance, calibration and qualification, and support deviations and CAPAs. Applicants should hold a relevant degree and have GMP experience, with strong problem solving and stakeholder management skills,

Qualifications

• Completed university/college degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Process Engineering or a comparable scientific discipline or equivalent qualification
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment, ideally within pharma/biotech
• Knowledge of analytical laboratory equipment and equipment qualification processes
• Understanding of IQ/OQ/PQ requirements and GMP documentation standards
• Experience managing deviations, change controls, and CAPAs

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete lifecycle of QC analytical equipment, from user requirements and qualification through routine operation and decommissioning
• Coordinate equipment procurement, installation, maintenance, calibration, qualification, and replacement activities
• Prepare, review, and support IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and ensure GMP-compliant execution of qualification activities
• Investigate equipment-related deviations, support change controls and CAPAs, and contribute to risk assessments
• Coordinate vendors and service providers during installation, qualification, maintenance, and repair activities
• Support QC teams in troubleshooting technical issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions
• Participate in equipment and infrastructure projects while driving continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

GMP experience

Analytical equipment knowledge

German language

English language

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

University/college degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Process Engineering or comparable field

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Scientist QC Equipment & Qualification 80-100% (f/m/d)

The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.

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

Responsible for the technical and GMP-compliant management of analytical equipment within QC throughout its entire lifecycle – from procurement and qualification through routine operation, maintenance and ultimately decommissioning.

The position ensures that QC equipment remains qualified, available, compliant with applicable requirements, and fit for its intended purpose at all times.

What you will get:

An agile career and a dynamic work culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

What you will do:

Manage the complete lifecycle of QC analytical equipment, from user requirements and qualification through routine operation and decommissioning

Coordinate equipment procurement, installation, maintenance, calibration, qualification, and replacement activities

Prepare, review, and support IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and ensure GMP-compliant execution of qualification activities

Investigate equipment-related deviations, support change controls and CAPAs, and contribute to risk assessments

Coordinate vendors and service providers during installation, qualification, maintenance, and repair activities

Support QC teams in troubleshooting technical issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions

Participate in equipment and infrastructure projects while driving continuous improvement initiatives

What we are looking for:

Completed university/college degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Process Engineering or a comparable scientific or technical discipline or a comparable qualification (e.g. laboratory technician) combined with relevant professional experience)

Experience working in a GMP-regulated environment, ideally within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry

Knowledge of analytical laboratory equipment and equipment qualification processes

Understanding of IQ/OQ/PQ requirements and GMP documentation standards

Experience managing deviations, change controls, and CAPAs

Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Fluency in German and English

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.

• 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.