Lonza
Technology Transfer Lead 80-100%
Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerLonza
- LocationSwitzerland
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
The actual location of this job is in Stein, AG, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
As the technical lead for sterile drug product transfers, you coordinate cross-functional teams and customer interactions to bring new products seamlessly onto the manufacturing line, driving process setup, scale-up, documentation, and implementation activities. You proactively manage timelines, risks, deviations, CAPAs, and change management processes while maintaining the highest GMP, quality, regulatory, and safety standards. Check out Your Career in Drug Product Services at Lonza!
This is an office‑first role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week).
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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.
The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits
Our local benefits: 3cf206339e0e4e41a77e8c806138c2b5
What you will do:
- Lead the technical transfer and introduction of new sterile drug products from early clinical development through to commercial manufacturing, ensuring a smooth and compliant transition into GMP operations.
- Act as the central point of contact for customers and cross-functional stakeholders, coordinating activities, timelines, risks, and milestones throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive process setup, scale-up, and implementation activities for aseptic manufacturing, ensuring successful product launch and operational readiness.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including master batch records, transfer packages, and process implementation documents, while ensuring data integrity and GMP compliance.
- Oversee deviation management, CAPAs, and change controls, supporting inspections, audits, and regulatory activities while maintaining the highest quality, safety, and compliance standards.
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in aseptic GMP manufacturing, with 3-4 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a strong understanding of sterile operations.
- Solid knowledge of Fill & Finish processes, including hands-on experience supporting manufacturing activities in a regulated environment.
- Strong understanding of GMP requirements and quality standards, with the ability to apply them effectively in day-to-day operations.
- Fluent German and English communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with site teams, global stakeholders, and customers.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset, with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities and contribute to the successful introduction of new products into manufacturing.
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.
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- Employment typeFull time
- SeniorityLead / Principal
- Employer posted
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