Senior Process Development Scientist

Lonza, Inc.; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company in Slough is looking for a laboratory-based professional to enhance liquid-handling automation in analytical assays. This role requires a degree in Life Sciences, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with automation technologies. The ideal candidate will lead development projects and execute various analytical assays, while maintaining high laboratory standards. An agile and inclusive work environment, alongside competitive compensation benefits, is offered for eligible candidates.

Benefits

Agile career and dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace environment

Compensation programs for high performance

Variety of benefits depending on role

Qualifications

• Strong technical capability in automation and analytics.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive problem-solver.
• Experience with liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, ELISAs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize liquid-handling automation systems.
• Contribute to method optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Execute analytical assays to support R&D initiatives.
• Communicate findings effectively to project teams.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation.

Skills

Automation technologies

Analytical instrumentation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

Location: Slough - Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. This laboratory-based position sits within the Bioprocess Analytics and Automation team, part of the Protein and Process Analytics R&D function. The postholder will contribute to the development, optimisation, and support of liquid-handling automation to strengthen plate-based analytical assays, while also providing specialist analytical expertise and ensuring consistently high standards of laboratory execution. Candidates should demonstrate strong technical capability, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Experience with automation technologies and analytical instrumentation is highly desirable, together with a commitment to scientific rigour and effective collaboration.

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 depending on role and location
• The full list of our global benefits can be found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What You Will Do

• Lead and contribute to the development, optimisation, and day-to-day operation of liquid-handling automation systems, with a strong focus on enhancing the robustness, throughput, and reproducibility of plate-based assays (including reductase, NADPH-dependent, LDH, and related formats).
• Apply broad analytical knowledge to ensure automated workflows align with project objectives, contributing to method optimisation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Execute a diverse range of analytical assays—such as liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, purification methods, and ELISAs—to support R&D initiatives and routine analytical testing.
• Present findings effectively to project teams and stakeholders through clear verbal communication (e.g., project meetings) and well-structured written documentation (e.g., experimental records, data summaries, development reports).
• Maintain precise, timely, and compliant laboratory documentation in accordance with internal quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences or related field
• An understanding of both automation technologies and analytical instrumentation
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn with a growth mindset

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.