Lead Scientist, Protein Analytics (Part-Time)

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

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Lead Scientist for Protein and Process Analytics in Slough. This part-time role focuses on hands-on laboratory work and leadership of analytical projects to support the development of biotherapeutic medicines.

You will plan experiments, perform protein analysis using HPLC/UPLC, CE, and MS, and collaborate across teams to deliver reliable data and scientific insights. Strong communication in English is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a life sciences field required or equivalent.
• Significant hands-on experience with protein analysis and characterization.
• Experience with chromatographic and MS-based methods, and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute analytical activities for projects, including method development.
• Characterize biotherapeutic proteins using HPLC/UPLC, CE, MS techniques.
• Develop and troubleshoot analytic methods to meet project needs.
• Interpret data, draft technical reports, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Provide analytical leadership in cross-functional projects and coordinate studies.
• Evaluate new analytical technologies and support implementation across teams.

Skills

Protein analysis

Data interpretation

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in life sciences

PhD desirable

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

Capillary electrophoresis

Mass spectrometry

LC-MS

Job description

Lonza is seeking a Lead Scientist for Protein and Process Analytics in Slough. This part-time role focuses on hands-on laboratory work and leadership of analytical projects to support the development of biotherapeutic medicines.

You will plan experiments, perform protein analysis using HPLC/UPLC, CE, and MS, and collaborate across teams to deliver reliable data and scientific insights. Strong communication in English is essential.