Scientist - Analytical Development team

Lonza Group Ltd.; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace

Benefits depend on role and location

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Slough is seeking a motivated Scientist to join the Analytical Development team. You will perform a variety of bioanalytical techniques, interpret data and support method development. This is a fully on-site role aimed at delivering high-quality medicines with precision.

You'll draft reports, maintain instruments, manage documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement. Collaboration with study directors and teams across the lab will be essential to success.

Qualifications

• Degree or Master's in Life Sciences or related field.
• Experience in analytical or bioanalytical techniques.
• Knowledge of bioanalytical methods.
• Strong planning and organisation; proactive problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Execute experiments and analyse data to develop and validate bioanalytical methods (SPR, flow cytometry, ELISA, cell-based).
• Draft internal and customer reports.
• Support lab operations: equipment maintenance, documentation, buffer prep, safety actions.
• Assist implementation of new assay technologies and continuous improvement projects.
• Contribute to technical investigations/RCAs.
• Train junior team members.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Bioanalytical methods

Laboratory experience

Planning & organisation

Communication & collaboration

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

Life Sciences degree (BSc/MSc)

Tools

SPR

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Cell-based assays

Job description

Job Title: Scientist - Analytical Development team Location: Slough

The role: We’re seeking a motivated Scientist to join our fast-growing Analytical Development team. The successful candidate will be a key member of the laboratory team contributing to the delivery of bioanalytical development stages. You will be responsible for performing a variety of bioanalytical techniques, critically interpreting and analysing data and supporting optimisation and troubleshooting of methods. The role also includes involvement in equipment maintenance, document management and safety compliance. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependant on role and location
• The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Working closely with study directors, execute experiments and critically analyse and interpret data to contribute to the establishment, pre-validation and development of bioanalytical methods such as SPR, flow cytometry, ELISA, cell-based methods.
• Draft internal and customer ready reports.
• Support effective lab and department operations including equipment ownership and maintenance, documentation, buffer preparation and safety actions.
• Support implementation of new assay technologies/continuous improvement projects.
• Contribute to technical investigations/RCAs.
• Maintain high‑quality documentation in line with quality management systems.
• Train more junior members of the department as required.
• This role is fully on‑site.

What we are looking for:

• Degree or Master's qualification in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline.
• Laboratory experience in analytical or bioanalytical techniques required.
• Understanding of bioanalytical methods.
• Strong planning and organisation to deliver work on time.
• Effective communication and collaboration with peers and teams outside the department to provide customers with the highest service.
• Logical and organised approach to problem solving.
• A proactive mindset with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences?