Senior Technical & CMC lead

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Welcome to an outstanding opportunity with Lonza AG! We are seeking a Senior Technical CMC Lead to join our ambitious team, leading groundbreaking complex-molecule drug development projects and crafting the future of life sciences. This role is pivotal in ensuring flawless execution of CMC outcomes, encouraging collaboration across global teams, and driving innovation within our Global Analytical Development strategy.

Location:

This role can be based in Slough - United Kingdom, Basel - Switzerland, Visp - Switzerland, Singapore, or Remote (US East/West Coast)
Visa sponsorship and relocation support available.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead diverse protein projects across the Lonza network with minimal oversight. Maintain clear communication with collaborators at all levels and with non-technical team members.
• Lead matrix teams composed of individuals from various technical functions and sites to successfully implement customer projects with outstanding CMC outcomes.
• Provide subject matter expertise in two or more relevant areas within upstream, downstream, or analytics (DS and/or DP).
• Achieve projects within agreed achievements, scope, and budget using lean methods. Demonstrate outstanding breakthroughs, documentation, risk management, and communication skills.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to external customers.
• Lead improvement and harmonisation projects to benefit the entire Analytical Development network.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the long-term strategy for Global Analytical Development.

Key requirements:

• Proven analytical expertise in numerous analytical techniques.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.
• Demonstrated track record in collaborating with and leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to concisely and accurately communicate technical data and draw important conclusions and recommendations.
• Strong team orientation, putting team success before individual achievements.
• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field of Science is required; an MSc or equivalent experience in Biopharmaceuticals is preferred.
• Over 20 years of industry experience, including 10+ years in program management.
• Significant 'Gravitas' required, encompassing confidence, composure, credibility, clarity, conviction, connection, decisiveness, and respect.

Join us and be part of a world-class team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in millions of lives worldwide! We strictly adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring that every success is achieved responsibly and sustainably.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.