MSAT Expert- Contamination Control 80-100%

Lonza is building a new sterile drug‑product campus in Stein, Switzerland, and seeks an MSAT Expert, Contamination Control to join the on‑site team. The contract covers 80‑100 % of full‑time work, and relocation support is offered for eligible candidates and their families. In this position you will design and lead the Contamination Control Strategy for the brand‑new plant. Core duties involve supervising aseptic process simulations, environmental‑monitoring performance qualifications, smoke‑test programmes and cleaning‑validation projects, while performing risk assessments that keep the facility ready for inspections. You will continuously improve sterility‑assurance measures, guaranteeing that equipment, cleanrooms and production lines satisfy regulatory standards throughout the product life‑cycle. Close cooperation with cross‑functional groups is essential to launch the greenfield site, sustain operational excellence and drive ongoing enhancements. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience in aseptic drug‑product manufacturing, especially fill‑and‑finish work for vials or syringes, and a deep understanding of sterile processing concepts. Demonstrated expertise in either cleaning validation or a broader contamination‑control framework within sterile drug production is required. A solid grasp of cleanroom classifications, material‑flow logic, HVAC principles and the ability to conduct risk‑based assessments is expected. A university degree in engineering, life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences or a related discipline is mandatory, together with fluent English communication and the capacity to collaborate with diverse technical and operational partners. A proactive, solution‑oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment are valued. Prior participation in regulatory inspections or dealings with authorities such as the FDA or Swissmedic is considered a plus. The role is fully site‑based, fostering real‑time teamwork, and comes with a dynamic corporate culture, competitive salary, family‑friendly benefits and relocation assistance. Lonza operates more than thirty sites on five continents, guided by the values of collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion and integrity. Joining this project means contributing to one of Switzerland's most innovative sterile manufacturing locations while advancing a career in life‑science technologies. Interested professionals are encouraged to apply. What the role asks for: - Hands‑on aseptic drug product manufacturing experience - Fill‑and‑finish work with vials or syringes - Expertise in Cleaning Validation or Contamination Control Strategy - Knowledge of cleanroom classes, material flow, HVAC concepts - Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences - Fluent English communication skills - Experience with regulatory inspections (FDA, Swissmedic) (nice‑to‑have)