About this role
The actual location of this job is in Stein, AG, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Join us at our new pharmaceutical aseptic fill&finish facility and take the unique opportunity to qualify cutting‑edge biotechnology equipment. As a Post doc / Trainee on a 2 year fix term contract you will be part of a large and complex growth project. You will work in a dynamic environment where flexibility and quick adaptation to changing plans are key. This role offers excellent chances to learn and gain experience in one of the most advances biotechnological fill&finish facilities. Check out our manufacturing Operations - Your Career in Manufacturing Operations at Lonza!
What you will get:
An agile career and a dynamic work culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
What you will do:
Support project teams on complex topics using scientific and statistical expertise, collaborating across project functions and Drug Product Services (including existing DP facilities).
Assist the Syringes Manufacturing Head Dolphin in setting, prioritizing, and achieving project and DPS goals, including FAT, PQ, validation activities, and the creation of SOPs and recipes.
Drive technical improvements by executing process enhancements, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring technical batches generate sufficient process knowledge through thorough testing of critical variables.
Provide frontline shopfloor support by working closely with operators in the fill&finish facility to ensure safe, timely, and compliant batch execution in alignment with manufacturing instructions and quality standards.
Lead product and process-related investigations, deviations, and complaint handling using scientific and statistical analysis; manage CAPAs and Trackwise actions, support audits, and deliver training for new processes and products.
What we are looking for:
You are keen to gain first work experience in a cutting-edge pharmaceutical aseptic fill&finish facility and eager to learn!
MSc or PhD in Biotechnology, Biotech Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent field.
You are happy to work in an aseptic environment with strict gowning regulations: not allowed are facial piercings, makeup, nail varnish or similar items that could potentially contaminate the product.
Fluency English is a must. Fluency in German is a plus.
First experience in a pharmaceutical production environment or in a GMP environment is a plus
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.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Other facts
About Lonza
Lonza is a pioneer and world leader in the CDMO industry, setting the pace with cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing. United by a common purpose, we turn our customers’ breakthrough innovations into viable therapies and manufacture the medicines of tomorrow.
Founded in Switzerland in 1897, our company is the first and original CDMO, and today we are more dynamic, agile and forward-focused than ever before. As one of the largest Western CDMOs, we bring together a global team of around 18,500 colleagues across five continents to deliver comprehensive, integrated solutions for our customers' complex needs.
For our customers and their patients, we bring quality, safety and reliability to bring life-enhancing and life-saving treatments to market at speed and at scale. For our colleagues, we strive to create a sense of belonging and inclusion where every person can thrive and bring their best.
What you'll do
- Support project teams on complex topics using scientific and statistical expertise, and assist in achieving project goals. Provide frontline shopfloor support and lead product and process-related investigations.
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