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.

Lonza's Small Molecules department is currently seeking a Senior Chemist to join our dynamic team. This position is based at our Visp, Switzerland site, which stands as the largest and most historic location within Lonza's global network of more than 30 sites. Renowned for its contributions to research, development, and manufacturing, our Visp site offers an unparalleled environment for professional growth.

As a Chemist in our MSAT (Manufacturing Science & Technology) team specializing in Chemical Manufacturing Pharma, you are responsible for scale-up, implementation, and optimization of chemical processes. As a technical expert, you are the process owner for an assigned portfolio of commercial products and drive proactive life-cycle management through continuous and systematic optimization of production processes. You also play a key role during new product introductions and are responsible for a smooth and complete process of knowledge transfer from the customer to Lonza. Your work includes planning and supervising the execution of experiments as well as data analysis, writing reports, preparation of customer presentations, and documentation. The diversified responsibilities of your role comprise also the supervision of lab professionals. You will work in interdisciplinary teams committed to ensuring product profitability and sustainable business success.

This position presents an exciting chance for someone who has successfully completed their academic journey and is eager to make a mark in the industry.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for continuous optimization of production processes in terms of productivity (yield and throughput), quality, safety, and ecology: development and optimization of chemical processes in the lab and implementation of the elaborated improvements on a commercial scale.

• Responsible for process transfer and scale-up of customer processes and technologies from laboratory through pilot plant to commercial production scale.

• Resolves process issues that may arise during manufacturing (troubleshooting and production support).

• Plan and supervise experimental lab work.

• Manage, coach, and develop 1-2 lab technicians.

• Collects, summarizes, and analyses data to prepare reports and makes presentations, as appropriate, to disseminate best practices throughout the organization.

• Technical lead in customer meetings and supporting the development of sustainable customer relationships.

• The extended area of responsibility includes: the development of alternative synthetic routes; the proactive anticipation, evaluation, and implementation of trends and innovations in the area of expertise; and the technical support and consultation to drive business decisions.

Key requirements:

• Ph.D. in organic chemistry, chemical engineering, or equivalent. Alternatively, a Master’s degree with several years of relevant industry work experience.

• Strong communication skills in German and English (written and spoken).

• Proactive, innovative thinking and the ability to challenge.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Experience in lab automation is a plus.

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.