Bioconjugate Specialist

The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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 currently looking for a Capital investment project MSAT Bioconjugates Process Expert. Lonza has a strong track record in the manufacturing of BioConjugates from early clinical to large scale commercial supplies. Our dedicated Protein Conjugation Plant facility (PCP) is recognized as a center of excellence for Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC) as well as other classes of BioConjugates. We are experiencing an increased demand in this area and as part of Lonza's Ibex Dedicate model, new BioConjugation suites are being built out within a pre-existing shell.

In this position you will make a difference by being responsible for the successful supervision, support and life cycle management of BioConjugates processes running in Lonza's facilities in Visp . You will play a crucial role in the network between the different departments as manufacturing, engineering and quality assurance. Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now!

Key responsibilities:

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  Take responsibility as MSAT process expert in Capital investment projects.

  
  
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  Contribute to the feasibility studies within a dedicated project team.

  
  
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  Evaluate and assess the design of manufacturing units.

  
  
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  Deliver all inputs required for the suite and equipment design and support all commissioning and qualification (C&Q) phases.

  
  
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  Own the implementation of the relevant GMP documents for the respective area.

  
  
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  Deliver in a timely manner all inputs required for the specific projects from a process and GMP standpoint.

  
  
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  Responsible for permanent optimization of the project.

  
  
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  Lead for the execution of the assigned product/project in the best possible time, quality and cost, in compliance with the relevant laws, regulations and guidelines regarding safety, quality, regulation, hygiene and the environment from a MSAT point of view.

  
  

Key requirements:

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  Master or PhD (preferred) in Bioconjugation, Biotechnology, chemical engineering, organic chemistry or related disciplines

  
  
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  Solid (>5 years) industrial experience in biopharma manufacturing, preferably in the area of BioConjugates or DSP (Mammalian or Microbial)

  
  
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  Experience handling CAPEX Project

  
  
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  Excellent communication skills for interaction with customers and within the project organization

  
  
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  Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of German is considered an asset.

  
  
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  Creative, agile and open-minded

  
  

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.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.