Location: Visp (Switzerland)
Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, theres no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated individuals working together, brainstorming ideas that support businesses in making a positive impact on society. In return, we empower our employees to take ownership of their careers. Their innovative ideas, whether big or small, truly make a difference in the world. And thats the type of work we aspire to contribute to.
Are you ready to take on the role of Laboratory Technician in our analytical Quality Control laboratory, located in the breathtaking Visp? Join our groundbreaking laboratory that boasts brand-new technology and instruments, and collaborate with a vibrant and international team. Your primary responsibilities will revolve around conducting routine analysis of biopharmaceuticals using HPLC. This role offers a lot of variety with many different projects and a wide variety of HPLC techniques (e.g. RP, SEC, AEX) and many different HPLC detectors (e.g. UV, fluorescence, light scattering, refrective index).
What youll get:
An agile career and dynamic working culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
Compensation programs that recognize high performance
Along with competitive salaries, youll find a wide range of lifestyle, family and leisure benefits available. Depending on your location, these benefits could include family allowances, childcare support, discounts for local businesses and attractions, travel allowances and subsidized meals.
What youll do
Join our Quality Control team and perform analytical methods in line with SOPs, GMP and safety rules, specifically focusing on HPLC analyses
You adhere to quality guidelines and perform both practical laboratory work and essential administrative tasks, including detailing results and crafting work instructions.
At the same time, you support laboratory maintenance (equipment responsibility) and ensure that the laboratory is clean and tidy
The varied responsibilities also include close cooperation with shift workers
What were looking for
Apprenticeship as laboratory technician, CTA, BSc in Chemistry /Biochemistry or similar education
Hands-on experience with HPLC is a must
Work experience in a GMP environment in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry is a plus
You are conscientious, structured and responsible and you are able to adjust in a flexible manner to shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
Fluency in either English OR German is required (preferably with basic language skills in the respective other language and the willingness to learn/improve the other language in case you are not yet fluent in both)
Inclusion is one of Lonzas four core values, alongside integrity, innovation and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community and culture. We also recognize the value of every persons contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences and beliefs including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and religion.
Every day, Lonzas products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a