Associate director, asset design and innovation 80-100% (m/f/d)

Associate Director, Asset Design and Innovation 80-100% (m/f/d)

Based in Switzerland, the Associate Director, Asset Design and Innovation will lead the development and implementation of innovative, cost‑efficient, and compliant manufacturing solutions in collaboration with cross‑functional global teams, focusing on technological advancements and asset design to support strategic growth projects.

What you will do:

• Drive innovation in asset design and manufacturing technologies to ensure state‑of‑the‑art, reliable, and cost‑effective operations.
• Evaluate and implement solutions that optimize operational expenditure (OpEx) and lifecycle costs.
• Create and own the respective business case.
• Ensure integration of solutions into strategic growth projects while maintaining cGMP compliance and adherence to safety standards.
• Share best practices and establish a manufacturing innovation platform across the Advanced Synthesis network.
• Support the Director of Operations in defining and executing strategic transformation initiatives.

What we are looking for:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biologics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven experience leading complex projects in a matrix organization within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of technology, engineering, regulatory compliance, and operational safety.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets and delivering against performance targets.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to think beyond traditional boundaries; experience with Lonza systems and processes is a plus.
• Fluent in English; German proficiency is a plus.

Benefits:

An agile career within a dynamic work culture, an inclusive and ethical workplace, performance‑based compensation, a competitive salary, and a range of lifestyle, family, and leisure benefits.