Lead Scientist: Potency ELISA & Cell-Based Analytics

Lonza; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Performance rewards

Global benefits

Job summary

Lonza in Slough is seeking a Lead Scientist to head potency ELISA and cell-based analytics within the Analytical Development team. You will lead complex projects, advance method development, and deliver robust, data-driven solutions on high-profile projects.

You will act as a technical expert in potency ELISA, cell-based assays, and Biacore/SPR, mentoring junior scientists and driving scientific excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master’s in Life Sciences or related field.
• Strong lab experience in analytical or bioanalytical development.
• Expertise in potency ELISA and cell-based assays; Biacore/SPR experience.
• Experience leading complex projects across teams/sites.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple complex analytical projects with high-quality outcomes.
• Lead implementation of new technology and customer-specific methods.
• Act as technical expert in potency ELISA and cell-based methods and/or SPR/Biacore.
• Design and execute experimental strategies translating customer needs into solutions.
• Analyse data to generate robust scientific insights and process understanding.
• Present data, troubleshoot issues, and shape project direction.
• Mentor and coach junior scientists, building team capability.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Lead investigations and ensure timely resolution of risks.

Skills

Potency ELISA

Cell-based assays

SPR/Biacore

Analytical development

Data interpretation

Mentoring

Project leadership

Education

Life Sciences degree (BSc/MSc)

Tools

Biacore/SPR

Job description

Lonza in Slough is seeking a Lead Scientist to head potency ELISA and cell-based analytics within the Analytical Development team. You will lead complex projects, advance method development, and deliver robust, data-driven solutions on high-profile projects.

You will act as a technical expert in potency ELISA, cell-based assays, and Biacore/SPR, mentoring junior scientists and driving scientific excellence in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.