Research & Development - Lead Scientist

Lonza Biologics Porriño SLU; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza is seeking an enthusiastic R&D Lead Scientist in Slough, UK. The role involves planning and implementing studies to support product development, analyzing data, and providing scientific leadership. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong problem-solving skills, contributing to impactful bioprocessing technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of CDMO operations and GMP requirements.
• Ability to analyze data and draw logical conclusions.
• Experience in technical leadership and project management.

Responsibilities

• Design and complete studies for technology or process/product development.
• Analyze study data and drive conclusions.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports with recommendations.

Skills

Scientific expertise

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Innovative solutions

Education

BSc or BEng in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

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.

The role:

An enthusiastic R&D Lead Scientist is needed to join Lonza AG in Slough, UK. Your main tasks involve planning and implementing studies to support technology and product development projects with clear scopes and timelines. Your efforts are essential for delivering high-quality technical solutions to improve purification processes at Lonza Pharma Biotech & Nutrition.

Key responsibilities:

Design, plan, and complete studies in support of technology or process/product development projects with well-defined scopes and timelines. Analyse study data to drive conclusions.

Anticipate risks to activity completion and define appropriate mitigation strategies.

Craft and prepare detailed study plans to meet project targets with minimal oversight.

Complete HTP studies within agreed timelines and analyse data to guide process development.

Continuously improve HTP workflows for efficiency, scalability, and integration into development pipelines.

Provide strong scientific/technical leadership in the development and implementation of bioprocessing technologies.

Maintain accurate and timely records to the appropriate quality standards for self.

Perform high-quality technical analyses, prepare reports and presentations with clear conclusions and recommendations for internal or external use.

Support team resource planning, project management activities, and prioritisation decisions.

Key requirements:

BSc or BEng in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

A proven understanding of technical components of CDMO operations and GMP requirements.

Demonstrate strong scientific expertise by applying basic concepts to solve problems effectively.

Proficiency in basic data analysis and drawing logical conclusions.

Ability to determine and successfully implement innovative solutions.

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.