Lead Scientist, Process Analytics & Biotech Innovation

Socket.dev; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career culture

Competitive salary & benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Career development & leadership growth

Exposure to innovative biologics &制造技术

Job summary

Lonza is seeking an Analytical Lead Scientist to join the R&D team in Portsmouth, NH, focusing on Process Analytical Technologies for mammalian manufacturing. You will lead experimental programs, drive PAT innovations, and collaborate across functions to advance next-generation manufacturing processes.

You will mentor scientists, guide complex projects, and contribute to knowledge expansion and future technology offerings in a dynamic, on-site environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in biotechnology/biologics/biopharmaceutical labs.
• Strong method development, experimental design, and data analysis skills.
• Experience leading technical projects and delivering results in complex environments.
• Ability to mentor and develop scientific talent.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex scientific projects and work packages from planning through execution.
• Design and implement innovative PAT solutions to improve process understanding and performance.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and scientific outcomes.
• Support technology transfer, scalability, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Analyze complex datasets and provide technical recommendations to stakeholders.
• Mentor scientists and help develop team capabilities.
• Build relationships with internal and external partners.
• Contribute to IP, publications, and future technology offerings.
• Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Biotech experience

Scientific design

Data analysis

Technical project leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related science

Job description

Lonza is seeking an Analytical Lead Scientist to join the R&D team in Portsmouth, NH, focusing on Process Analytical Technologies for mammalian manufacturing. You will lead experimental programs, drive PAT innovations, and collaborate across functions to advance next-generation manufacturing processes.

You will mentor scientists, guide complex projects, and contribute to knowledge expansion and future technology offerings in a dynamic, on-site environment.