Associate Principal Scientist - Analytical Development; m​/f​/d

Associate Principal Scientist
- Analytical Development 80-100% (m/f/d)

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

Join our team as an Associate Principal Scientist
- Analytical Development 80-100% (m/f/d) in Visp and help ensure the quality and safety of tomorrow’s medicines. In this hands‑on, site‑based role, you’ll apply advanced analytical technologies, collaborate cross‑functionally, and drive high‑impact projects in a dynamic, innovative environment. If you’re passionate about science and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

An agile career and dynamic working culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect numerous lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits. Our full list of tailored local benefits in Visp can be found on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./3wjkoFi

Serve as the AD representative on pre‑clinical project teams, coordinating with internal SMEs across all relevant project phases

Own the on‑time, in‑full delivery of assigned project stages and act as the primary point of contact for all customer inquiries related to AD topics

Support the commercial project team in the development of proposals and statements of work

Collaborate closely with process development teams to streamline cross‑department workflows and enable cost‑efficient implementation of project requirements

Act as the SME for designated analytical methods, including data review and interpretation, leading laboratory investigations, and troubleshooting

Identify opportunities for innovation within the area of expertise and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Degree (Bachelor, Master or PhD) in biology, biochemistry or a comparable subject area

Several years of relevant professional experience

Experience in protein analysis, physical‑chemical methods (e.g. HPLC, LC‑MS, icIEF), biochemical assays (e.g. ELISA, SPR), and/or molecular biology techniques (e.g. qPCR)

Ideally experience with IT/OT systems for analytical laboratories, such as electronic lab notebooks, Empower, Softmax Pro etc.

Confident communication in English. German is a plus.

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.