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Deviation Specialist

m/f/d, Wallis

Job profile (KGN704)

Engineering - Quality Management
Wallis
Contracting
Full Time
Aug 2026 - Jan 2027 (with the option of extension)
Quality Assurance

The Deviation Specialist (m/f/d) will be part of a team that is currently established to own and investigate deviations at a large scale mammalian cell culture facility.

You will represent the Operations Unit, taking ownership of Deviations which arise; to investigate the root cause(s), the impact/potential impact on product and/or systems, and to define appropriate CAPA(s) as solutions.

Start Date: Aug 2026
End Date: Jan 2027 (with the option of extension)
Workload: 100%
Location: Visp
Workmodel: Contracting

Your responsibilies

Responsible to own, author, record and investigate Deviations
Liaise with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and key stakeholders to establish the root cause(s) of deviations and the potential impact of said deviations
Ensure proper investigational tools are used to systematically define the root cause(s) and contributing factor(s) (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis, Defense Analysis, Event & Causal Factors Chart, Fishbone Diagram, etc.)
Contribute to define appropriate CAPA(s), and associated Effectiveness Checks, as solutions to correct deviations and prevent future recurrence
Ensure cGMP compliance through the investigation process, and to drive their quality records to completion and timely closure
Support the business through ongoing change and process improvement activities

Your Profil:

Bachelor degree in chemistry, biotechnology, life science or related field
Previous experience in Deviations and cGMP in a regulated pharmaceutical/API industry is a strong advantage
Knowledge of biotech. manufacturing processes and analytical methods is an advantage
Experience with Human and Organizational Performance & risk management approaches is an advantage
Fluency in English, both written and spoken. German is an advantage
Technical writing & presentation/communication skills are key for the role. Demonstrated previous experience is a strong advantage
Structured, focused and well-organised working attitude. Open-minded for new ideas and suggestions; agile, highly motivated and dynamically driven