Analytical Scientist - Media R&D

Lonza; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Slough is seeking an Analytical Scientist for their Media R&D team. The successful candidate will perform complex analytical experiments and mentor junior associates, contributing insights to media innovation. Candidates should have a BSc/MSc/PhD in relevant fields and proven experience in an R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an R&D or GMP environment, preferably within biopharma.
• Strong hands-on expertise in analytical techniques.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analytical experiments using HPLC and Mass Spectrometry.
• Train and mentor junior associates in laboratory practices.
• Analyze and present results for cross-functional teams.

Skills

HPLC

Analytical Chemistry

Mass Spectrometry

Critical Thinking

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field

Job description

Analytical Scientist - Media R&D

Location: Slough, UK

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Lonza is looking for a dedicated Analytical Scientist to join the Media R&D team, working on innovative assays and high-performance bioprocessing solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform complex analytical experiments using techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, CE, Mass Spectrometry, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Interpret and critically assess experimental data, identifying trends, anomalies, and opportunities for deeper investigation.
• Contribute to experimental design and method development to support media optimization and assay robustness.
• Train and mentor junior associates, providing technical guidance and ensuring best laboratory practices.
• Analyze and present results in clear, actionable formats for cross-functional teams and project collaborators.
• Participate in project planning and timeline development, contributing scientific insights to media innovation strategy.
• Collaborate closely with upstream and downstream teams to integrate analytical outputs into the broader R&D pipeline.
• Continuously improve analytical workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned, aligned with evolving project and business needs.

Key requirements:

• BSc/MSc/PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience in an R&D or GMP environment, preferably within biopharma, media development, or biologics.
• Strong hands-on expertise in HPLC and other analytical techniques.
• Highly analytical approach – you thrive on problem-solving, questioning data, and critical thinking.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.

Why Lonza?

At Lonza, we enable a healthier world by supporting biopharmaceutical innovation. Join a company where your analytical curiosity and scientific contributions make a meaningful difference. Apply now and bring your analytical edge to a team that values rigor, curiosity, and discovery!

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.