Lead Biologics Process Development Scientist

Lonza; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working culture

Inclusive workplace

Global collaboration across corporate

Job summary

Lonza in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead biopharmaceutical process development projects. You will drive optimization of upstream and downstream operations, design rigorous experiments, analyze complex data, and communicate findings to senior stakeholders across a global organization.

You will mentor junior scientists, troubleshoot challenging issues, and contribute to regulatory documents, with a focus on improving process efficiency, yield, and product

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field with 5+ years of biopharma industry experience (or Master's degree with 10+ years).
• Experience with vector and/or host cell engineering to integrate payloads and/or knockout gene function in the mammalian cells
• Proven track record of leading successful scientific projects and delivering results in biopharmaceutical process development.
• Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of upstream (cell culture, fermentation) and/or downstream (chromatography, filtration) biologics processing.
• Strong expertise in Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, data interpretation, and modern laboratory instrumentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with demonstrated ability to present complex scientific data effectively.
• Strong ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute scientific projects related to process development, optimization, and characterization of biologics, including upstream and downstream processes.
• Design and implement experiments, analyze data, and interpret results to drive process understanding and improvement.
• Author and review technical reports, protocols, and regulatory documents in support of process development and manufacturing.
• Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to junior scientists and research associates.
• Troubleshoot complex technical challenges and develop innovative solutions to improve process efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory affairs, to ensure successful project execution.
• Stay current with industry trends, scientific literature, and new technologies in biopharmaceutical process development.
• Present research findings internally and externally at scientific conferences.

Skills

Design of Experiments

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Independent work

Communication

Education

PhD in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or related

Tools

Vector engineering

Host cell engineering

Cell culture

Fermentation

Chromatography

Filtration

Job description

Lonza in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead biopharmaceutical process development projects. You will drive optimization of upstream and downstream operations, design rigorous experiments, analyze complex data, and communicate findings to senior stakeholders across a global organization.

You will mentor junior scientists, troubleshoot challenging issues, and contribute to regulatory documents, with a focus on improving process efficiency, yield, and product