Process Chemist 80-100% (m/f/d)

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

Shape the Future of API Process Development

We are looking for a motivated Process Chemist to join our Process Development Team for Small Molecules within the Advanced Synthesis Platform.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing and implementing manufacturing processes for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), including highly potent APIs (HPAPIs).

If you are passionate about cutting-edge process development and want to contribute to life-changing medicines, we would love to hear from you.

• What you will get
• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: Visp

What You'll Do

• Develop, optimize, and scale chemical manufacturing processes for small-molecule APIs and HPAPIs from early clinical development through Process Validation Plan, supervise, and evaluate laboratory experiments, ensuring high scientific standards, reliable data generation, and accurate interpretation of results.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and development documentation to communicate process understanding, results, and recommendations.
• Transfer processes to GMP manufacturing facilities and provide technical support as a process expert during production campaigns.
• Identify process risks, troubleshoot complex technical challenges, and implement robust, scalable, and compliant solutions.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams and external customers to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Lead, coach, and develop laboratory professionals while driving innovation and continuous improvement within the area of expertise.
• What We’re Looking For
• Ph. D. in Chemistry.
• Industrial experience in chemical process development; experience transferring processes to GMP manufacturing is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements and experience working in a regulated environment is advantageous.
• Strong scientific mindset with the ability to analyze, understand, optimize, and improve chemical processes.
• Independent, structured, and reliable working style combined with excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Fluent English skills, both written and spoken; German language skills or a willingness to learn German are required.
• Previous experience leading or mentoring scientific professionals in an industrial environment is considered an advantage.
• 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 are 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?

Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year.

Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong.

You will feel at home at Lonza if you

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility.
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment.
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve.
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself.
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients.

Why Lonza

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference.

Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us.

Be you.