Senior Scientist - Part Time 2.5 days

Lonza; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading life sciences firm in Slough is seeking a Senior Scientist in Protein and Process Analytics for part-time work. This role involves executing scientific projects, performing protein characterization using various analytical techniques, and mentoring junior scientists. The ideal candidate will hold an MSc and possess strong skills in chromatography and mass spectrometry. A hybrid working option is available, requiring 2.5 days commitment, with 2 days on-site.

Benefits

Agile career and dynamic working culture

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs for high performance

Qualifications

• MSc in a relevant field.
• Practical experience in an analytical laboratory with a focus on protein analysis.
• Strong expertise in chromatography, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute scientific activities for projects.
• Perform analytical experiments to characterize proteins.
• Lead analytical activities in cross-departmental projects.

Skills

Chromatography

Electrophoresis

Mass spectrometry

Analytical laboratory experience

Communication skills

Education

MSc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomanufacturing

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

Capillary-based techniques

Job description

Job Title: Senior Scientist – Protein and Process Analytics - Part time 2.5 days
Location: Slough, UK (Hybrid working possible - 2 days on site half day can be working from home)

Overview

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. And in exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.

As a Senior Scientist within the Protein and Process Analytics (P&PA) team in Slough, you will drive high-value scientific innovation by leading analytical projects and collaborating across teams to advance protein characterization. You will play a key role in applying cutting-edge analytical techniques to improve biotherapeutic product quality.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do

• Plan and execute scientific activities for target projects, including laboratory work, method development, and optimization
• Perform analytical experiments using chromatography, electrophoresis, spectroscopy, and mass spectrometry to characterize proteins and key quality attributes
• Develop, validate, and optimize analytical methods (HPLC, UPLC, capillary-based techniques, spectroscopy) to meet project requirements
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, presenting insights to internal stakeholders
• Lead analytical activities in cross-departmental projects, ensuring study progress, data reporting, issue escalation, and communication with the wider project team
• Support and drive exploration and implementation of innovative technologies for protein quality analysis, improving efficiency and throughput
• Mentor and guide junior scientists, fostering technical growth and collaborative problem-solving

What we’re looking for

• MSc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomanufacturing, or equivalent
• Practical experience in an analytical laboratory, preferably with a focus on protein analysis
• Strong expertise in chromatography, electrophoresis, and mass spectrometry (e.g., IEX, SEC, HIC, RP, HILIC, LC-MS/MS)
• Solid understanding of established analytical methods in biotherapeutics, including strengths and limitations
• Knowledge of cutting-edge technologies for analytical characterization of proteins
• Proven ability to deliver innovative solutions to scientific challenges
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

About Lonza

Every day, Lonza’s products and services positively impact millions of people. For us, this is both a privilege and a 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 of improving lives all around the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, or any other legally protected category.