Senior Scientist (m/w/d) Quality Control, Environmental Monitoring

The actual location of this job is in Visp, Switzerland.

Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.

In this role, you will contribute to robust monitoring activities by evaluating complex data, improving processes, and supporting compliance in a GMP‑regulated environment. You will work closely with cross‑functional partners and play an active role in inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will get:

• An agile scientific career in a dynamic, GMP‑regulated environment.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace that values collaboration and accountability.

• Compensation programs that recognize performance and technical expertise.

• Opportunities to deepen your expertise and take ownership of impactful projects.

• Exposure to cross‑functional collaboration and regulatory interactions.

• A supportive culture that encourages continuous improvement and learning.

• Competitive local benefits.

Benefits in Visp

What you will do:

• You collect, evaluate, and summarize monitoring data using MODA, LIMS, and digital analysis tools.

• You document GMP‑relevant activities and lead investigations of alert or action level excursions.

• You drive root‑cause investigations and align corrective actions with key stakeholders.

• You create, review, and approve DMS documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• You improve monitoring processes to enhance data quality, efficiency, and robustness.

• You implement monitoring updates and manage MODA‑related changes under change control.

• You represent the team during inspections, audits, and customer visits with confidence.

What we are looking for:

• You hold a degree in life sciences or a related scientific field.

• You bring around two years of relevant experience in a GMP‑regulated environment.

• Experience in environmental monitoring and/or microbiology is an advantage.

• You have strong digital skills, including Microsoft Office and documentation systems.

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, pharmacopoeias, and EU Annex 1 is ideal but not required.

• You communicate confidently in English; German skills are a plus.

• You work independently and bring a proactive, detail‑oriented, solution‑focused mindset.

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.