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

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

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career

Inclusive workplace

Performance-based recognition

Job summary

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, is seeking a QC equipment lifecycle specialist to ensure qualification, operation and decommissioning of analytic equipment within QC. The role requires GMP experience and collaboration across teams in a fully site-based environment.

The ideal candidate will have a university/college degree in chemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology or process engineering, plus hands-on GMP qualification experience and strong problem-solving and communication skills in German and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Process Engineering or equivalent
• GMP-regulated pharma/biotech experience
• Knowledge of analytical lab equipment and qualification processes
• Understanding IQ/OQ/PQ requirements and GMP docs
• Experience managing deviations, change controls, CAPAs
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Fluency in German and English

Responsibilities

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

Education

Chemistry / Pharmacy / Biotechnology / Process Engineering degree

GMP experience

Analytical equipment qualification

IQ/OQ/PQ documentation

Deviations / CAPAs / Change controls

Stakeholder management

German language

English language

Tools

IQ/OQ/PQ documentation

Job description

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.