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

Lonza; Basel; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career and dynamic work culture

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs recognizing high

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Scientist Analytical Development in Basel to perform development studies for parenteral therapies, applying analytical methods like HPLC and UV. You’ll ensure proper documentation, maintain lab data systems, and support IRP responsibilities while following safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes collaboration, independent work, and strong English communication within a dynamic, inclusive Lonza workplace in Basel-Stücki.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training as lab technician (CTA, BTA or PTA).
• Experience as a research/technical assistant in pharma or chemical industry.
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques for protein/peptide analytics.

Responsibilities

• Perform pharmaceutical/analytical development studies for parenteral biologics.
• Follow SOPs and ensure proper documentation practices.
• Maintain lab facilities and equipment; support IRP tasks as needed.
• Contribute to data reporting, interpretation and scientific results.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Protein analytics

Reporting & interpretation

English communication

Education

CTA/BTA/PTA training

Tools

Empower

Chromeleon

LIMS-system

Job description

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

The actual location of this job is in Basel Stücki, Switzerland.

What you will get:

• An agile career and a dynamic work culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance

What you will do:

• Perform pharmaceutical development and / or analytical development studies for parenteral drug products of biologics (e.g. monoclonal antibodies, novel formats, ADCs) according to study protocols or other work instructions (including HPLC and CE purity methods, content by UV, identity, color, clarity and opalescence, pH, osmolality, extractable volume, CCI, visible particles, sub-visible particles and related DP analytics)
• Follow applicable SOPs and current documentation practices
• Main departmental/organizational responsibilities are to ensure proper information flow related to assigned IRP tasks and to contribute to departmental meetings and other departmental area, as needed
• Maintains training status by completing required assigned trainings in a timely manner and attending on the job trainings (OJTs) and classroom trainings
• Contributes to keep up of laboratory facilities, digital databases by engaging in periodic activities like cleaning and updates
• Ensure proper maintenance of assigned equipment as IRP and other instruments in the laboratories. Adheres to relevant safety and health protection following lab and safety instructions
• Main laboratory responsibilities are IRP (Instrument Responsible Person) including associated training tasks for assigned simple instrument(s), to operate complex instruments with guidance. And to manufacture / prepare and / or test non-GMP drug product samples for supportive stability studies and preclinical use (e.g. GLP tox studies), applying aseptic working techniques, as applicable

What we are looking for:

• Training on the job as lab technician (CTA, BTA or PTA)
• Working experience as a research/ technical assistant in the pharmaceutical or chemical industry, preferably in pharmaceutical development Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment is advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge in relevant analytical techniques in protein/peptide analytics. Experience with laboratory specific software (e.g. Empower, Chromeleon, LIMS-system)
• Experience in reporting, interpretation and documentation of scientific results
• Good communication and inter-personal skills; Ability to work independently in a team
• Excellent communication, reporting and scientific skills in English

About Lonza

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.

Reference: R80008

You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.