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Visp, Valais/Wallis, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra
Onsite
The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
As Scientist Automation Workflows, Development Bioconjugates, your primary focus will be to establish laboratory automation workflows, collaborating closely with project teams to drive the integration of automation into our daily operations. In addition, you will be responsible for the planning and execution of laboratory experiments for bioconjugates process development.
We are looking for you if you are passionate about automation, a great team player and motivated to bring bioconjugate-based biopharmaceuticals to the patient.
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 will get:
An agile career and a dynamic work culture.
An inclusive and ethical workplace.
Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do:
Develop and implement automation workflows across various scales in bioconjugate development
Collaborate with project teams to translate project needs into automated solutions
Train and support laboratory technicians in the execution of automated workflows and ensure scientifically sound execution of experiments
Plan, perform and document laboratory experiments in collaboration with laboratory technicians
Evaluate data for the preparation of reports or presentations
Support project leaders in the planning and organization of projects and experiments
What we are looking for:
BSc. or MSc. degree in chemistry, biotechnology or a related field
Completion of an apprenticeship as a laboratory technician is beneficial
Hands-on experience with automated lab equipment, such as liquid handlers and small-scale/g-scale automated systems
Good understanding of general laboratory routines
Experience in bioconjugation, protein handling, protein chromatography is a plus
Sense of accuracy, quality and proactive problem-solving
Reliable team player with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Structured, focused and well-organized working attitude; open-minded for new ideas and suggestions; agile, highly motivated and dynamic; solution-oriented
Good written and oral communication skills in English and German
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.