Senior Bioanalytical Scientist - GMP & Biologics

Lonza Group Ltd.; Basel; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Basel is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist-Bioanalytical Expert to lead and oversee analytical activities for biologics under GMP.

You will plan, review and approve lab work, manage method transfers and validations, and act as a primary customer liaison. The role requires strong expertise in bioanalytical methods, cGMP experience, and excellent communication skills to present findings at conferences and in publications.

Qualifications

• Master degree required.
• Significant work experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Min. 3 years of experience with cGMP work.
• Knowledge of several bioanalytical methodologies, including mammalian cell culture, preparation of primary cells, cell-based assays, ligand binding assays, etc
• Prior experience supporting and presenting in audits is desirable.
• Ability to lead complex investigations under GMP
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems (lab notebook, document management, LIMS)
• Excellent communication skills, team player, flexible and able to manage complexity
• Proficient knowledge of written and spoken English. Any other languages are a plus

Responsibilities

• Plan, review and approve analytical lab work for biologics under GMP.
• Oversee method transfer and validation of potency assays.
• Serve as point of contact for customers.
• Manage GMP-compliant documentation and processes.
• Contribute to scientific field through investigations and publications.
• Present work at conferences or in peer-reviewed publications

Skills

Bioanalytical methods

Cell-based assays

ELISA/LBA

cGMP

Analytical method transfer

GMP documentation

Audits

LIMS

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Biotechnology / Analytical Science / Biochemistry or related Life Science

Tools

LIMS

Electronic lab notebook

Document management systems

Job description

Lonza Group Ltd. in Basel is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist-Bioanalytical Expert to lead and oversee analytical activities for biologics under GMP.

You will plan, review and approve lab work, manage method transfers and validations, and act as a primary customer liaison. The role requires strong expertise in bioanalytical methods, cGMP experience, and excellent communication skills to present findings at conferences and in publications.