MSAT Microbial Process Expert DSP

MSAT Microbial Process Expert DSP

Lonza

Visp, Switzerland

The site in Visp, Switzerland is growing and for our Biologics organization, we are currently looking for a MSAT Microbial Process Expert DSP (m/f/d) to support our growth project Vibe-X, a customer-dedicated plant for a conjugated vaccine. In this role, you will be responsible for the successful commissioning of the facility and later realization of the PPQ and further production campaigns. You will play a crucial role in the network between the different departments as manufacturing, development, quality assurance and control. Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now!

Key responsibilities:

• Process owner of technical transfer, ramp-up and commissioning of the facility currently in construction;
• Deliver process know-how, scientific expertise as well as operational excellence with regard to biopharma API/DS production;
• Ensure right first time process technology transfer, scalability and manufacturability in cooperation with the project cross-functional team (customer, PD, Ops, QA, QC, etc.);
• Prepare validation and commercial campaigns, support process validation activities and production campaigns, lead process troubleshooting on the manufacturing floor;
• Lead change control management and deviation investigations as well as CAPAs;
• Process optimization by regular data analysis and compilation of CPV and APQR reports;
• Improve workflows and production assets by driving relevant innovation projects.

Key requirements:

• Master or PhD (preferred) in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines;
• Significant (multi-year) experience in biopharma manufacturing and/or process development, preferably in the area of DSP (Microbial or Mammalian);
• Hands-on experience with downstream processing technologies (chromatography, filtration techniques, continuous centrifugation);
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound technical decisions;
• cGMP experience and deep understanding of Bioprocess technology;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment;
• Fluency in English required, German would be an advantage;
• Creative, agile and open-minded.

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