MSAT Chemist Chromatography

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

For our site in Visp, we are looking for an experienced MSAT Chemist to support highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredient (HPAPI) processes and products transferred into or manufactured within our HAPI Kilo Suites and Apollo production facilities.

As part of the Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) team, you will play a key role in ensuring successful process transfers, supporting commercial manufacturing, driving process robustness, and acting as a subject matter expert in preparative chromatography.

What you will get: 

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: Visp 

What you will do:

• Support the transfer of commercial GMP manufacturing processes from the HAPI laboratories into the HAPI Kilo Suite Manufacturing (HKSM) and/or Apollo production facilities, working closely with manufacturing teams, project teams, and customers
• Provide scientific and technical support for the commercial manufacture of highly potent products during process start-up and routine operations. This includes troubleshooting, root cause investigations, hypothesis testing, process optimization, and the execution of use tests
• Support qualification activities, including the evaluation and introduction of new suppliers, raw materials, and process-related changes
• Develop a deep understanding of assigned manufacturing processes to ensure robust process performance, operational excellence, and reliable product supply
• Lead and develop assigned laboratory technicians while acting as a process optimization specialist within the department
• Serve as a subject matter expert for preparative chromatography and contribute to the continuous improvement of purification processes and manufacturing performance

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Chemistry (Ph.D., M.Sc., or equivalent industry experience), preferably in organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in the development, optimization, and application of preparative chromatography methods, ideally in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or CDMO industry.
• Strong expertise in chromatographic separation technologies with a proven track record in purification process development and optimization.
• Practical experience in preparative chromatography method development, troubleshooting, and process scale-up.
• Familiarity with cGMP requirements, data analysis, and structured problem-solving approaches is an advantage.
• Self-driven, analytical, and solution-oriented professional with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent English skills (written and spoken) are required; German is considered a plus but is not mandatory.

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.