Technology Transfer Lead 80-100% (m/f/d)

Lonza Group Ltd.; Oberwallis; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lonza Group Ltd. in Visp, Switzerland is seeking a seasoned professional to lead technical transfer activities for sterile GMP DP manufacturing and to manage drug product transfers from development to first commercial launch.

You will define scope, timing and progress while ensuring strict adherence to quality and regulatory standards. The role requires an advanced degree in pharmaceutical sciences or related field, extensive biotech experience, and strong communication and project-management

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Bachelor/Master in pharmaceutical sciences or related field.
• Extensive biotech/pharma industry experience.
• Knowledge of drug product technical transfers.
• Aseptic manufacture for protein drugs; lyophilization and prefilled syringes assets.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong planning, risk management and technical writing.

Aufgaben

• Lead technical transfer activities for sterile GMP DP manufacturing.
• Manage technical activities for drug product transfers from development to first commercial launch.
• Define and monitor project scope, timing and progress.
• Lead setup, scale-up and implementation of manufacturing processes at GMP DP sites and provide on-site support.
• Responsible for process implementation and technical transfer documentation.
• Drive GMP change management and change control in systems.
• Lead and support deviations and CAPAs.
• Ensure activities comply with cGMP, HSE and regulatory standards.
• Enable innovation and evaluate new methods/technologies; contribute IP/publications.

Kenntnisse

Pharmaceutical sciences

Pharmaceutical engineering

Chemistry

Biochemistry

Communication skills

Project management

Ausbildung

PhD or Master/Bachelor in relevant field

Jobbeschreibung

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:

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What you will do:

• Leads technical transfer activities including setup and implementation of technical manufacturing processes for sterile GMP DP manufacturing
• Manage technical activities for drug product transfers from clinical development to first commercial launch of assigned projects
• Define and monitor project scope, timing and progress
• Lead setup, scale-up and implementation of the technical drug product manufacturing processes at GMP DP manufacturing site(s) and provide technical on‑site support
• Responsible for process implementation and technical transfer documentation
• Drive GMP change management strategy of assigned projects as well as initiate and manage GMP change control in system
• Lead and support critical GMP product / process deviations and corresponding implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs)
• Ensure all activities are performed according to current standards (Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Health Safety Environment (HSE), Regulatory, etc.)
• Enable innovation and technical strategy projects, generate IP and contribute to scientific publications and conference talks, and evaluate and implement of new methods and technologies

What we are looking for:

• Ideally PhD. or Bachelor/ Master Degree with equivalent experience in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmaceutical engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields or similar qualification
• Extensive experience in biotech / pharma industry
• Knowledge of technical issues and requirements for drug product technical transfers
• Know-how in aseptic product manufacture for protein drug products desirable including lyophilization process, manufacturing experience in prefilled syringes is an asset
• Excellent communication skills with great teammate attitude
• Very good planning and organizing skills, including project management, risk management and technical writing skills

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.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? 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, 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.