Process development (PDV) undergraduate placement - Lonza

Lonza; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking candidates to assist in purification development and validation studies for antibodies and recombinant proteins. The role requires a strong scientific background, with responsibilities including conducting laboratory experiments and ensuring compliance with GMP. Applicants should have completed 2 years of relevant undergraduate study. Benefits include competitive salary, 25 days of vacation, and additional perks. This position is based in Slough, England.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday Allowance plus Bank Holidays

Pension Scheme

Casual Dress

Employee Assistance Programme

Onsite Parking

Onsite Canteen

Employee Recognition/Aspire Awards

Qualifications

• Must have a working knowledge of chromatography and tangential flow filtration studies.
• Knowledge of GLP/GMP is required.
• Enthusiasm for science is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments to test purification procedures.
• Interpret data and plan subsequent experiments with guidance.
• Document experimental details, data, and results accurately.
• Perform validation studies for purification processes.
• Contribute to laboratory efficiency.

Skills

Knowledge of protein purification

Strong practical laboratory skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completed 2 years of undergraduate study in relevant fields

Job description

To perform purification development and validation studies for antibodies and other recombinant proteins being manufactured by Lonza Biologics. To provide flexible laboratory-based practical expertise within the Purification Development department

Qualification Requirements

Must have completed 2 years of undergraduate study in one of the following degree areas:

• Biochemical/Chem Engineering
• Biology/Biological Science
• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Genetics

Salary - £23,810 per annum

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - 25 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays
• Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3%
• Casual Dress
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite Parking
• Onsite Canteen
• Employee Recognition/Aspire Awards

Location - 228 Bath Rd, Slough SL1 4DX

Working Hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pm

One hour unpaid lunch break

Duration - 12 months

Start Date - 6th July 2026

Interview Date - February 2026

Closing Date for Applications - 4th January 2026

To Apply

To apply, please click the Apply Now button and complete the form. If you are having difficulty in completing this, please contact recruitment on [e-mail] for assistance

Next Steps

Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.

The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• To perform laboratory experiments, with guidance, to test the suitability and effectiveness of various chromatographic, filtration and other procedures for the purification of proteins.
• With guidance, interpret the data from development studies obtained and to plan the next set of experiments where required.
• To ensure that experimental details, raw data and results are recorded as appropriate
• To perform validation studies to demonstrate the effectiveness of purification processes.
• To contribute to the efficient running of the laboratories.

With guidance contribute to the preparation of development reports Ensure that equipment and materials required for a study are used as defined by GMP and regulatory requirements

Competencies and Behaviours

• Agility - Helps others to learn from experience, challenges the status quo, embraces change
• Business acumen - Seeks to understand the corporate strategy and how his/her business area contributes to the company’s success
• Collaboration - Works as an active member of his/her team, Generously shares information and knowledge with others on team.
• Customer focus – Takes action to enhance customer satisfaction within the scope of his/her role
• Driving results - Ensures quality standards are maintained while delivering results
• Leadership - Takes responsibility for his/her safety and that of others. Contributes to a positive work environment. Acts as a reliable and dependable team member.

Candidate Requirements

Skills/Personal Qualities

• A working knowledge of the theory of protein purification and protein structure. A working knowledge of chromatography and tangential flow filtration studies.
• Knowledge of GLP/GMP.Strong practical laboratory skills and an enthusiasm for science.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have good interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a project team.

Things To Be Considered

Please ensure that you are willing and able to live within commutable distance of the company site before applying. This placement is located in Slough. Cogent Skills Placements Service are managing the recruitment for this placement at our client's request, therefore we ask that applications are made through our website please.

About Lonza

Lonza is the preferred global partner to the pharmaceutical, biotech and nutrition markets. We work to enable a healthier world by supporting our customers to deliver new and innovative medicines that help treat a wide range of diseases. We achieve this by combining technological insight with world‑class manufacturing, scientific expertise and process excellence. Our unparalleled breadth of offerings enables our customers to commercialize their discoveries and innovations in the healthcare industry.

Founded in 1897 in the Swiss Alps, today, Lonza operates across five continents. With approximately 16,000 employees (full‑time equivalent), we comprise high‑performing teams and individual talent who make a meaningful difference to our own business, as well as to the communities in which we operate. The company generated sales of CHF 5.4 billion with a CORE EBITDA of CHF 1.7 billion in Full‑Year 2021. Find out more at www.lonza.com