Lonza

Technology Transfer Lead 80-100% (m/f/d)

Switzerland · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLonza
LocationSwitzerland
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted7 Oct 2026

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

This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you’ll 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 local tailored benefits can also be found below.

Benefits in Visp: https://bit.ly/3wjkoFi

For Drug Product Services (DPS), our successful Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) branch located in Visp, we have an outstanding opportunity as Technology Transfer Lead. Become part of a group that enables its customers to meet some of the greatest challenges in patient treatment!

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What you will do:

Leads technical transfer activities including setup and implementation of technical manufacturing processes for sterile GMP DP manufacturing
Manage technical activities for drug product transfers from clinical development to first commercial launch of assigned projects
Define and monitor project scope, timing and progress
Lead setup, scale-up and implementation of the technical drug product manufacturing processes at GMP DP manufacturing site(s) and provide technical on-site support
Responsible for process implementation and technical transfer documentation
Drive GMP change management strategy of assigned projects as well as initiate and manage GMP change control in system
Lead and support critical GMP product / process deviations and corresponding implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs)
Ensure all activities are performed according to current standards (Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Health Safety Environment (HSE), Regulatory, etc.)
Enable innovation and technical strategy projects, generate IP and contribute to scientific publications and conference talks, and evaluate and implement of new methods and technologies

What we are looking for:

Ideally PhD. or Bachelor/ Master Degree with equivalent experience in pharmaceutical sciences, pharmaceutical engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or related fields or similar qualification
Extensive experience in biotech / pharma industry
Knowledge of technical issues and requirements for drug product technical transfers
Know-how in aseptic product manufacture for protein drug products desirable including lyophilization process, manufacturing experience in prefilled syringes is an asset
Excellent communication skills with great teammate attitude
Very good planning and organizing skills, including project management, risk management and technical writing skills

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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