The actual location of this job is in Basel Stücki, Switzerland.
For our successful Drug Product Services (DPS) focused branch located in Basel and Stein, Switzerland, we have exciting opportunities. Become part of a group that enables its customers to meet some of the greatest challenges in patient treatment and join us by applying for the Project Scientist Phys-Chem QC position.
What you will get:
An agile career and a dynamic work culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
Compensation programs that recognize high performance
What you will do:
Review and approve physico-chemical QC analytical data packages (e.g., identity, purity, content, compendial tests) under cGMP, ensuring compliance with SOPs and Good Documentation Practices
Ensure timely tracking and closure of internal and external QC testing activities; escalate risks or delays proactively
Coordinate sample lifecycle activities (from pull to disposal) and manage associated documentation in collaboration with QC Project Lead and laboratory teams
Support investigations of deviations, OOX events, and CAPAs related to QC testing
Contribute to onsite customer or regulatory audits by providing QC-related documentation and clarifications
What we are looking for:
MSc or BSc in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field
0–4 years of experience in QC or analytical development; prior exposure to GMP environments is advantageous
Basic understanding of physico-chemical analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, CE/icIEF, protein content, pH, osmolality)
Familiarity with laboratory systems such as LIMS, Empower, or Electronic Lab Notebooks is a plus
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work within established procedures
Effective communication and collaboration skills; business fluent English (written and spoken)
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.
Skills Required
- MSc or BSc in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field
- 0-4 years of experience in QC or analytical development
- Basic understanding of physico-chemical analytical techniques
- Familiarity with laboratory systems such as LIMS or Empower
- Effective communication and collaboration skills in English
What We Do
At Lonza, we enable A Healthier World by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets.
