Biotechnology Specialist

At Lonza, a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents, we prioritize innovation and excellence in our pursuit of improving lives worldwide. As we continue to grow and expand our manufacturing capacity, we are seeking highly skilled Bioprocess Engineers with expertise in Life Sciences and a passion for Biotechnology to join our team in Visp, Switzerland.

We offer an attractive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications, along with relocation assistance for eligible candidates and their families if needed.

As a Bioprocess Engineer at Lonza, you will be responsible for ensuring timely execution of operational activities for clinical and commercial manufacturing while maintaining safety and quality standards. You will serve as a subject matter expert in the design, commissioning, and qualification of new facilities, as well as preparation, execution, cleaning, and changeovers in assigned areas.

• Lead one or more specialized areas, such as: Upstream processing (e.g., inoculation, main cultivation, or primary recovery); downstream processing; Bio-Conjugates
• Perform manufacturing tasks in compliance with cGMP guidelines, including batch execution, test result evaluations, equipment troubleshooting, and resolution recommendations
• Review production documentation, address deviations and change requests, and implement CAPAs to maintain high-quality GMP standards
• Participate in the development and review of automation recipes for equipment and facility components
• Train production personnel on assigned products
• Actively participate in audits and customer visits

We seek a highly motivated and organized individual with:

• A Master's degree or equivalent experience in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Process Engineering, or a related Life Science field (or a Bachelor's degree with relevant pharmaceutical production experience)
• Expertise in Upstream, Downstream processing, or Bio-conjugation technology
• Experience in bio-manufacturing and/or scaling up a biopharmaceutical facility, with cGMP experience being an advantage
• Excellent English communication skills; German proficiency is a plus

Lonza offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• An attractive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates and their families if needed
• Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging (IDB) initiatives that foster a culture of respect and appreciation for diversity
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth