Senior QC Analytical Scientist (80 – 100 %) Full-time

Senior Scientist In Quality Control

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

The Senior Scientist in Quality Control serves as a scientific and strategic leader within the QC organization. In this role, you will oversee complex analytical projects, drive method development and validation activities, and ensure the highest standards of data integrity and regulatory compliance. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners – including Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, and MSAT – to support product release, stability programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong technical expertise, proven project leadership skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.

What You Will Get:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits can be found below.

What You Will Do:

• Lead QC projects from planning through execution, ensuring timely, high-quality analytical results.
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods following ICH and GMP requirements.
• Serve as the scientific expert for chromatography, spectroscopy, dissolution testing, bioassays, and related technologies.
• Troubleshoot complex analytical issues and guide laboratory teams.
• Review and approve analytical data, validation reports, and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity expectations, and internal quality systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to support submissions, lifecycle activities, and technology transfers.

What We Are Looking For:

• PhD or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Experience in QC, Analytical Development, or related areas in pharma or biotech.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory expectations is a must.
• Proven ability to manage complex scientific projects in regulated environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across diverse teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and deliver results.

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.