Senior Bioprocess Engineer DSP

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 talented 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.

The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics organization, we are seeking experienced Bioprocess Engineers with significant work experience in Downstream Processing (DSP) Manufacturing and a passion for Biotechnology to join our Lonza talent community. Become part of this great opportunity and apply now for the position as Principal Bioprocess Engineer DSP

What you’ll do:

- Plan and manage operational activities in Downstream manufacturing, e.g. tech transfer support, material planning, document and electronic batch record preparation, training and solving or deviation handling.

- Act as a functional lead for an interdisciplinary team of production personnel, supervisors and specialists and be accountable for the performance and results of assigned projects

- Guide and support activities for commercial manufacturing in one or more defined DSP areas, e.g. capture, intermediate purification, polishing or drug substance filling

- Ensure efficient operation of single-use and/or stainless steel equipment for the purification of therapeutic proteins from mammalian expression systems

What we’re looking for :

- Bachelor, Master’s Degree or PhD in Biotechnology, Bio-chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or related Life Science subject

- Work experience (>5 Years) in Downstream Processing Manufacturing in the biotech/biopharma industry e.g. chromatography, ultra-/diafiltration and final filling

- In-depth knowledge of downstream processing techniques like chromatography and TFF

- Excellent GMP understanding

- Excellent communication skills in English and/or German

- Strong team orientation

- Organized and proactive approach to work, constantly seeking solutions

- Open-minded for new insights and suggestions

Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging (IDB)

Inclusion is one of Lonza’s four core values, alongside integrity, innovation and initiative We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community and culture. We also recognize the value of every person’s contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences and beliefs – including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and religion.

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 meaningful difference.

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