Senior QC Scientist 80-100%

The place of work for this position is located in Visp, Switzerland. Eligible applicants and their families are provided with relocation support if required. To strengthen our QC Wet Chemistry, we are looking for a dedicated and technically skilled individual as a Senior QC Scientist. In this role, in addition to demanding analytical activities in the laboratory, you will also assume technical responsibility for defined methods and specialist areas. You will support the laboratory manager in ensuring efficient, GMP-compliant laboratory operations and act as their deputy in their absence. What awaits you: An agile career and a dynamic work culture. An inclusive and ethical work environment. Compensation programs that recognize high performance. A variety of benefits, depending on function and location. You can find the complete list of our global benefits here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits. Your tasks: Independent performance of complex analytical tests and method-related activities in the QC laboratory. Assumption of technical responsibility for defined analytical methods, instruments, or specialist areas. Support of the laboratory manager in the organization and coordination of daily laboratory activities. Performing the deputy function of the laboratory manager and providing support with operational and technical issues. Ensuring timely, high-quality, and GMP-compliant provision of analytical results. Support in processing deviations, OOS/OOT results, CAPAs, and Change Controls. Technical guidance of method validations, method verifications, and method transfers. Performance of error analyses and troubleshooting for analytical or methodical challenges. Identification and implementation of improvements in the area of analytical methods, processes, and workflows. Support of audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries within the area of responsibility. Promotion of high data integrity as well as compliance with GMP and quality requirements. Technical support and coaching of employees regarding method-related issues. What we are looking for: Completed studies in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, life sciences, or a comparable scientific discipline. Several years of professional experience in a GMP-regulated QC laboratory. Sound knowledge of analytical methods and laboratory processes. Experience in method validation, method transfer, and analytical troubleshooting. Good knowledge of GMP requirements, data integrity, and quality systems. Experience in handling deviations, CAPAs, and change control processes. Strong analytical and conceptual skills as well as a structured way of working. High degree of personal responsibility, teamwork, and communication skills. Very good German and English skills in spoken and written form. About Lonza: At Lonza, our employees are our greatest strength. At over 30 locations on five continents, our globally networked teams work together daily to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values: Collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. The ideas of each individual, whether large or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that is exactly what we want you to be a part of. Innovation flourishes when people from diverse backgrounds bring their unique perspectives. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are ready to turn our customers' groundbreaking ideas into actionable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of Life Sciences? Apply now.