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As a Senior Deviation Specialist, you will lead complex investigations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across functions to maintain the highest GMP standards.\nThis 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.\nWhat you will get\nAn agile career and dynamic working culture.\nAn inclusive and ethical workplace.\nCompensation programs that recognize high performance.\nA variety of benefits dependent on role and location.\nThe full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits\nWhat you will do\nLead complex GMP deviation investigations, utilizing structured root cause analysis methodologies to identify underlying issues and implement sustainable solutions.\nPartner closely with Manufacturing, Quality Control, Engineering, and other cross-functional stakeholders to gather data, evaluate findings, and drive effective CAPAs.\nAuthor clear, scientifically sound, and compliant deviation reports in accordance with internal procedures and global regulatory expectations.\nMonitor CAPA implementation and effectiveness, ensuring timely completion and reducing the risk of recurring deviations.\nAct as a subject matter expert during internal and external audits, supporting inspection readiness and defending investigation outcomes.\nAnalyze deviation trends, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to initiatives that strengthen process reliability and product quality.\nParticipate in risk assessments and change control activities to proactively prevent quality issues and support continuous improvement.\nWhat we are looking for\nExperience working within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device environment, including several years focused on quality systems, deviation management, quality assurance, or quality control.\nStrong expertise in root cause analysis methodologies such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, FMEA, or similar structured problem-solving approaches.\nAbility to interpret data, assess risks, and make sound quality decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nStrong understanding of cGMP requirements and global regulatory expectations, including FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly.\nExperience working with quality management systems such as TrackWise, Veeva, or comparable platforms.\nDegree in a scientific or engineering discipline, or equivalent experience that provides a strong foundation in quality and compliance principles.\nAbout Lonza\nAt 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.\nInnovation 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.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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