Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation United Kingdom, Slough Title: Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation Location: Slough Visa and Relocation support is offered with this role. Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. We believe our greatest asset is talented people working together to devise ideas that help businesses and improve lives. We support our employees in owning their careers and making meaningful contributions to the world. The role: The Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation will lead a team focused on bioprocess analytics and automation. This role involves working within Lonza's R&D team to identify and develop new analytical methods and technologies that enhance our customer offerings. You will oversee technology development projects, ensuring their successful and timely completion. The role requires identifying challenges and opportunities to develop innovative and proprietary solutions. Key responsibilities: Design and deliver multiple innovative projects or programs. Coordinate analytical requirements for BioR&D projects with available CoE resources to ensure scientific quality and timely delivery. Maintain an optimal work environment and implement improvements as needed. Provide clear tasks, motivation, and support to your team for continuous improvement and development. Foster a culture of innovation from brainstorming to ideation. Maintain expertise as a Subject Matter Expert in bioprocess analytics and automation. Identify IP threats and opportunities within active projects. Present projects at conferences through talks or posters and prepare manuscripts for publication or external presentation. Key requirements: MSc, PhD, or equivalent experience in Biochemistry or a related field. Experience analyzing components, impurities, and contaminants in mammalian bioprocesses. Laboratory automation experience, including robotics. Proficiency with techniques such as ELISA, q/ddPCR, NGS. Knowledge of PAT and model development. At Lonza, our products and services positively impact millions. We are committed to ethical practices, respecting our people and environment. We seek individuals who are eager to solve complex problems and develop new ideas in life sciences, offering the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the world.
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation United Kingdom, Slough Title: Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation Location: Slough Visa and Relocation support is offered with this role. Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. We believe our greatest asset is talented people working together to devise ideas that help businesses and improve lives. We support our employees in owning their careers and making meaningful contributions to the world. The role: The Head of Bioprocess Analytics and Automation will lead a team focused on bioprocess analytics and automation. This role involves working within Lonza's R&D team to identify and develop new analytical methods and technologies that enhance our customer offerings. You will oversee technology development projects, ensuring their successful and timely completion. The role requires identifying challenges and opportunities to develop innovative and proprietary solutions. Key responsibilities: Design and deliver multiple innovative projects or programs. Coordinate analytical requirements for BioR&D projects with available CoE resources to ensure scientific quality and timely delivery. Maintain an optimal work environment and implement improvements as needed. Provide clear tasks, motivation, and support to your team for continuous improvement and development. Foster a culture of innovation from brainstorming to ideation. Maintain expertise as a Subject Matter Expert in bioprocess analytics and automation. Identify IP threats and opportunities within active projects. Present projects at conferences through talks or posters and prepare manuscripts for publication or external presentation. Key requirements: MSc, PhD, or equivalent experience in Biochemistry or a related field. Experience analyzing components, impurities, and contaminants in mammalian bioprocesses. Laboratory automation experience, including robotics. Proficiency with techniques such as ELISA, q/ddPCR, NGS. Knowledge of PAT and model development. At Lonza, our products and services positively impact millions. We are committed to ethical practices, respecting our people and environment. We seek individuals who are eager to solve complex problems and develop new ideas in life sciences, offering the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the world.
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 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. We are actively looking for a driven Director Project Delivery lead investment projects in Thames Valley Park/Reading. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. The Director, Project Delivery UK is assigned to one or multiple specific investment projects and is responsible for planning, managing, and executing investment projects through the complete project pathway (on time, within budget, meeting required quality standards). The role provides leadership to the project team(s), builds, and maintains relationships with vendors and contractors. What you'll do: Ensure the compliance with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations Execute the technical part of the CAPEX project according to budget, scope and on-time deliverables Responsible for creating and implementing engineering part / project plans that will meet the project's objectives through the Engineering, Design, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification phases Responsible for coordinating and managing the Engineering / work of project teams to ensure that everyone is working together efficiently Regularly monitor the engineering part /project's progress to ensure that it's on track and identify any potential issues Ensure that the project complies with all relevant regulations and legal requirements Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure they provide high-quality work and meet project timelines Ensure that Lonza technical standards are effectively communicated and understood through the development of a project technical standard Solve complex technical problems that arise during the project. This requires a deep understanding of the technical aspects of the project, as well as Ensuring that all technical aspects of the project meet regulatory requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and other industry standards. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the project team, stakeholders, and senior management. What we're looking for: Master's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or related science discipline Experience in project engineering and project management for biologics pharmaceutical industries with international experience. Technical knowledge of the Various Engineering Disciplines in the Pharmaceutical environment, both on clean and black utilities, process, automation, Instrumentation and Civil Engineering. Proven experience in cost control and scheduling related to investment projects. Experience in engineering aspects of facility design to build a compliant but cost effective plant. Knowledge of modern CQV approaches to minimize the time from construction completion to routine production while maintaining compliance. Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 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. Inclusion is one of Lonza's four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community, and culture. We also recognize the value of every person's contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences, and beliefs - including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion.
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
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 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. We are actively looking for a driven Director Project Delivery lead investment projects in Thames Valley Park/Reading. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed. The Director, Project Delivery UK is assigned to one or multiple specific investment projects and is responsible for planning, managing, and executing investment projects through the complete project pathway (on time, within budget, meeting required quality standards). The role provides leadership to the project team(s), builds, and maintains relationships with vendors and contractors. What you'll do: Ensure the compliance with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations Execute the technical part of the CAPEX project according to budget, scope and on-time deliverables Responsible for creating and implementing engineering part / project plans that will meet the project's objectives through the Engineering, Design, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification phases Responsible for coordinating and managing the Engineering / work of project teams to ensure that everyone is working together efficiently Regularly monitor the engineering part /project's progress to ensure that it's on track and identify any potential issues Ensure that the project complies with all relevant regulations and legal requirements Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure they provide high-quality work and meet project timelines Ensure that Lonza technical standards are effectively communicated and understood through the development of a project technical standard Solve complex technical problems that arise during the project. This requires a deep understanding of the technical aspects of the project, as well as Ensuring that all technical aspects of the project meet regulatory requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and other industry standards. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to the project team, stakeholders, and senior management. What we're looking for: Master's Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or related science discipline Experience in project engineering and project management for biologics pharmaceutical industries with international experience. Technical knowledge of the Various Engineering Disciplines in the Pharmaceutical environment, both on clean and black utilities, process, automation, Instrumentation and Civil Engineering. Proven experience in cost control and scheduling related to investment projects. Experience in engineering aspects of facility design to build a compliant but cost effective plant. Knowledge of modern CQV approaches to minimize the time from construction completion to routine production while maintaining compliance. Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. 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. Inclusion is one of Lonza's four core values, alongside integrity, innovation, and initiative. We understand the value of our differences and the benefits they bring to our company, community, and culture. We also recognize the value of every person's contribution, regardless of characteristics, preferences, and beliefs - including race, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and religion.
Associate Director, Project Delivery UK (m/w/d) United Kingdom, Slough What you'll 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 Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. Our greatest strength is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses and improve lives. We empower our employees to own their careers and contribute innovative solutions to the world. We are actively seeking a driven Associate Director, Project Delivery UK, to lead investment projects in the North Lincolnshire area. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates, and the position requires onsite presence. The Associate Director, Project Delivery UK, is responsible for planning, managing, and executing investment projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards. What you'll do: Ensure compliance with all safety policies, rules, and regulations Manage the technical aspects of CAPEX projects according to scope, budget, and schedule Create and implement engineering and project plans across all project phases Coordinate and lead project teams for efficient collaboration Monitor project progress and address potential issues proactively Manage relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure quality and timeliness Develop and communicate technical standards to ensure adherence to Lonza's standards Resolve complex technical problems during project execution Ensure all technical aspects meet regulatory requirements, including GMP and industry standards What we're looking for: Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related sciences Experience in project engineering and management within chemical, biochemical, or pharmaceutical industries, with international exposure Technical knowledge across engineering disciplines relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing, including utilities, process, automation, instrumentation, and civil engineering Proven experience in cost control and scheduling for investment projects Experience in facility design for compliant and cost-effective plants Knowledge of CQV approaches to minimize transition time from construction to production while maintaining compliance Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams At Lonza, we value diversity and inclusion, recognizing the benefits of different perspectives and contributions. We are committed to ethical practices and environmental responsibility, striving to make a positive impact worldwide.
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
Associate Director, Project Delivery UK (m/w/d) United Kingdom, Slough What you'll 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 Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. Our greatest strength is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses and improve lives. We empower our employees to own their careers and contribute innovative solutions to the world. We are actively seeking a driven Associate Director, Project Delivery UK, to lead investment projects in the North Lincolnshire area. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates, and the position requires onsite presence. The Associate Director, Project Delivery UK, is responsible for planning, managing, and executing investment projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards. What you'll do: Ensure compliance with all safety policies, rules, and regulations Manage the technical aspects of CAPEX projects according to scope, budget, and schedule Create and implement engineering and project plans across all project phases Coordinate and lead project teams for efficient collaboration Monitor project progress and address potential issues proactively Manage relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure quality and timeliness Develop and communicate technical standards to ensure adherence to Lonza's standards Resolve complex technical problems during project execution Ensure all technical aspects meet regulatory requirements, including GMP and industry standards What we're looking for: Master's Degree or equivalent in Engineering or related sciences Experience in project engineering and management within chemical, biochemical, or pharmaceutical industries, with international exposure Technical knowledge across engineering disciplines relevant to pharmaceutical manufacturing, including utilities, process, automation, instrumentation, and civil engineering Proven experience in cost control and scheduling for investment projects Experience in facility design for compliant and cost-effective plants Knowledge of CQV approaches to minimize transition time from construction to production while maintaining compliance Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams At Lonza, we value diversity and inclusion, recognizing the benefits of different perspectives and contributions. We are committed to ethical practices and environmental responsibility, striving to make a positive impact worldwide.
Sr Director, Project Delivery UK (m/f/d) United Kingdom, Slough 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. We are looking for Senior Director, Project Delivery UK. The Project Lead is assigned to one or multiple specific growth investment projects and is responsible for planning, leading and implementing investment projects through the complete project pathway (on time, within budget, meeting required quality standards). The role provides leadership to the project team(s), builds and maintains relationships with vendors and contractors. This is an engineering discipline role. The candidate will have cross interaction with validation engineers, facility management, and operations; mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulations and legal requirements. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute project plans - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for creating and implementing project plans that will meet the project's objectives through the Engineering, Design, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification phases. Manage project budgets - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project stays within budget and lead any changes to the budget. Ensure safety, quality & compliance - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project meets the required safety and quality standards according to internal procedures and specifications as well as health authority requirements. Coordinate project teams - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for coordinating and managing the work of project teams to ensure that everyone is working together efficiently. Monitor project progress - The CAPEX Project Lead should regularly monitor the project's progress to ensure that it's on track and identify any potential issues. Ensure compliance with regulations - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project complies with all relevant regulations and legal requirements. Manage project risks - The CAPEX Project Lead should identify potential risks and develop strategies to manage them. Communicate project status - The CAPEX Project Lead should communicate the project's progress, status, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management. Manage project resources - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for managing project resources, including equipment, materials, and personnel. Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors - The CAPEX Project Lead should establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure they provide high-quality work and meet project timelines. Key requirements: Master's Degree or equivalent experience. Many years in project engineering and project management for chemical, biochemical, pharmaceutical industries with international experience. Broad technical knowledge of the Various Engineering Disciplines in the Pharmaceutical environment, both on clean and black utilities, process, automation, Instrumentation and Civil Engineering. Task orientated person who is very comfortable working towards set objectives and has a track record of achieving results in this regard. Proven experience in cost control and scheduling related to investment projects. Experience in engineering aspects of facility design to build a compliant but cost effective plant. Knowledge of modern CQV approaches to minimize the time from construction completion to routine production while maintaining compliance. Excellent knowledge of computer systems (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio). Good understanding of how the CDMO industry/business works. Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is critical. Strong verbal and written communication skills (English). Effective influencing skills. Ability to communicate to varying levels and functions of the organization. Proven ability to lead, mentor and coach direct reports and teams with or without direct line responsibility. Strong organizational skills, ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to solve problems, understanding details and strategic picture, providing practical 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.
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
Sr Director, Project Delivery UK (m/f/d) United Kingdom, Slough 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. We are looking for Senior Director, Project Delivery UK. The Project Lead is assigned to one or multiple specific growth investment projects and is responsible for planning, leading and implementing investment projects through the complete project pathway (on time, within budget, meeting required quality standards). The role provides leadership to the project team(s), builds and maintains relationships with vendors and contractors. This is an engineering discipline role. The candidate will have cross interaction with validation engineers, facility management, and operations; mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulations and legal requirements. Key responsibilities: Develop and execute project plans - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for creating and implementing project plans that will meet the project's objectives through the Engineering, Design, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification phases. Manage project budgets - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project stays within budget and lead any changes to the budget. Ensure safety, quality & compliance - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project meets the required safety and quality standards according to internal procedures and specifications as well as health authority requirements. Coordinate project teams - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for coordinating and managing the work of project teams to ensure that everyone is working together efficiently. Monitor project progress - The CAPEX Project Lead should regularly monitor the project's progress to ensure that it's on track and identify any potential issues. Ensure compliance with regulations - The CAPEX Project Lead should ensure that the project complies with all relevant regulations and legal requirements. Manage project risks - The CAPEX Project Lead should identify potential risks and develop strategies to manage them. Communicate project status - The CAPEX Project Lead should communicate the project's progress, status, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management. Manage project resources - The CAPEX Project Lead is responsible for managing project resources, including equipment, materials, and personnel. Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors - The CAPEX Project Lead should establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure they provide high-quality work and meet project timelines. Key requirements: Master's Degree or equivalent experience. Many years in project engineering and project management for chemical, biochemical, pharmaceutical industries with international experience. Broad technical knowledge of the Various Engineering Disciplines in the Pharmaceutical environment, both on clean and black utilities, process, automation, Instrumentation and Civil Engineering. Task orientated person who is very comfortable working towards set objectives and has a track record of achieving results in this regard. Proven experience in cost control and scheduling related to investment projects. Experience in engineering aspects of facility design to build a compliant but cost effective plant. Knowledge of modern CQV approaches to minimize the time from construction completion to routine production while maintaining compliance. Excellent knowledge of computer systems (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio). Good understanding of how the CDMO industry/business works. Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is critical. Strong verbal and written communication skills (English). Effective influencing skills. Ability to communicate to varying levels and functions of the organization. Proven ability to lead, mentor and coach direct reports and teams with or without direct line responsibility. Strong organizational skills, ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously. Ability to solve problems, understanding details and strategic picture, providing practical 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.
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. Join Lonza as a Legal Counsel and become part of an outstanding team committed to excellence in the life sciences sector. This exceptional opportunity allows you to craft the future of our legal operations while working in an exceptionally collaborative and inclusive environment. Based in Slough, UK, you will play a meaningful role in ensuring flawless execution and compliance in all legal matters. Key responsibilities: Build positive relationships with UK and global legal teams, and key contacts in Sales, Business Development, and Project Management. Participate in calls, meetings, and negotiations to ensure flawless communication and implementation of legal strategies. Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of contracts and agreements related to the business, including development services agreements, manufacturing agreements, procurement agreements, consultancy agreements, and confidentiality agreements. Provide legal support in the review and approval of marketing and promotional materials to ensure compliance with legal standards. Research complex legal issues and provide clear, pragmatic advice to non-lawyers in a common-sense manner. Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team and business objectives. Key requirements: Qualified UK solicitor with ideally 3-5 years PQE (post-qualification experience). Proven experience from a reputable law firm or in-house legal team, demonstrating the ability to compete at a high level. Strong background in negotiating complex commercial agreements with a range of national and international counterparties. Ability to deliver legal advice clearly and succinctly to non-lawyers, ensuring that agreements are negotiated to provide high value to Lonza. Outstanding ability to maintain a sense of humor and integrity when faced with tight deadlines and demanding clients. 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.
Feb 11, 2025
Full time
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. Join Lonza as a Legal Counsel and become part of an outstanding team committed to excellence in the life sciences sector. This exceptional opportunity allows you to craft the future of our legal operations while working in an exceptionally collaborative and inclusive environment. Based in Slough, UK, you will play a meaningful role in ensuring flawless execution and compliance in all legal matters. Key responsibilities: Build positive relationships with UK and global legal teams, and key contacts in Sales, Business Development, and Project Management. Participate in calls, meetings, and negotiations to ensure flawless communication and implementation of legal strategies. Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of contracts and agreements related to the business, including development services agreements, manufacturing agreements, procurement agreements, consultancy agreements, and confidentiality agreements. Provide legal support in the review and approval of marketing and promotional materials to ensure compliance with legal standards. Research complex legal issues and provide clear, pragmatic advice to non-lawyers in a common-sense manner. Perform other duties as assigned to support the legal team and business objectives. Key requirements: Qualified UK solicitor with ideally 3-5 years PQE (post-qualification experience). Proven experience from a reputable law firm or in-house legal team, demonstrating the ability to compete at a high level. Strong background in negotiating complex commercial agreements with a range of national and international counterparties. Ability to deliver legal advice clearly and succinctly to non-lawyers, ensuring that agreements are negotiated to provide high value to Lonza. Outstanding ability to maintain a sense of humor and integrity when faced with tight deadlines and demanding clients. 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.
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. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Associate Principal Scientist with extensive and proven experience in the use of Mass Spectrometry (LC MS/MS) for protein characterisation to join our outstanding team at Lonza. The role is based in Slough (UK) and is pivotal to our ongoing success and growth. As an Associate Principal Scientist you will provide oversight and execute analytical studies by developing methodology and interpreting complex datasets. You will be expected to work on complex customer and in-house projects to deliver innovative solutions to technical challenges following all safety and quality procedures. You will collaborate with peers across teams to ensure meticulous execution of projects and proactively identify and implement technical and operational improvements. This role offers an outstanding chance to input into significant scientific advancements. Key responsibilities: Lead major or complex work/projects simultaneously while ensuring scientific objectives and timelines are met by improving efficiency of current methodology and developing new solutions. Work independently and identify and implement innovative LC MS/MS solutions for characterization of biotherapeutic proteins. Provide support and mentoring to junior colleagues with planning, execution, troubleshooting of project stages and encourage development of MS users and system owners. Communicate with external customers to demonstrate Lonza's scientific credibility and grow relationships. Lead operational improvements and communicate project outcomes to relevant stakeholders. Input into department technology strategy based on industry trends and support the Characterisation team in maintaining offerings in line with industry and regulatory expectations. Execute assigned assays with a focus on safety, quality, timeliness and accuracy adhering to regulatory requirements, where appropriate. Complete and peer review laboratory documentation. Perform technical review of assays to support reference standard and biochemical comparability studies ensuring results reported are scientifically sound and generated in line with current regulatory guidance and expectations. Maintain analytical equipment, technologies and/or systems required to support characterisation stages. Deliver practical training and actively participate in scientific discussions. Key requirements: Extensive and proven experience in developing and troubleshooting analytical methodology for protein analysis with key focus on Mass Spectrometry. Familiarity with a range of mass spectrometry platforms such as Quadrupole Orbitrap MS, Tribrid Orbitrap MS or Q ToF MS. Proven record of leading method development projects for protein analysis including experimental design, execution and interpretation of complex datasets. Experience with a range of analytical methods for protein characterisation such as liquid chromatography (e.g RP, SEC, HILIC), capillary electrophoresis and LC MS/MS. Theoretical knowledge of protein chemistry and protein structure (primary and higher order structure). Capability to critically analyse data, interpret results and communicate outcomes to external customers and internal stakeholders. Proven track record of being able to develop the skills of junior colleagues, particularly with respect to providing guidance and training in the use of LC-MS/MS techniques. Excellent communication skills for customer interactions and training. Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and strategically. Join Lonza AG and be part of a team where your contributions will resolve future of life sciences and make a genuine impact on the world.
Feb 10, 2025
Full time
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. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Associate Principal Scientist with extensive and proven experience in the use of Mass Spectrometry (LC MS/MS) for protein characterisation to join our outstanding team at Lonza. The role is based in Slough (UK) and is pivotal to our ongoing success and growth. As an Associate Principal Scientist you will provide oversight and execute analytical studies by developing methodology and interpreting complex datasets. You will be expected to work on complex customer and in-house projects to deliver innovative solutions to technical challenges following all safety and quality procedures. You will collaborate with peers across teams to ensure meticulous execution of projects and proactively identify and implement technical and operational improvements. This role offers an outstanding chance to input into significant scientific advancements. Key responsibilities: Lead major or complex work/projects simultaneously while ensuring scientific objectives and timelines are met by improving efficiency of current methodology and developing new solutions. Work independently and identify and implement innovative LC MS/MS solutions for characterization of biotherapeutic proteins. Provide support and mentoring to junior colleagues with planning, execution, troubleshooting of project stages and encourage development of MS users and system owners. Communicate with external customers to demonstrate Lonza's scientific credibility and grow relationships. Lead operational improvements and communicate project outcomes to relevant stakeholders. Input into department technology strategy based on industry trends and support the Characterisation team in maintaining offerings in line with industry and regulatory expectations. Execute assigned assays with a focus on safety, quality, timeliness and accuracy adhering to regulatory requirements, where appropriate. Complete and peer review laboratory documentation. Perform technical review of assays to support reference standard and biochemical comparability studies ensuring results reported are scientifically sound and generated in line with current regulatory guidance and expectations. Maintain analytical equipment, technologies and/or systems required to support characterisation stages. Deliver practical training and actively participate in scientific discussions. Key requirements: Extensive and proven experience in developing and troubleshooting analytical methodology for protein analysis with key focus on Mass Spectrometry. Familiarity with a range of mass spectrometry platforms such as Quadrupole Orbitrap MS, Tribrid Orbitrap MS or Q ToF MS. Proven record of leading method development projects for protein analysis including experimental design, execution and interpretation of complex datasets. Experience with a range of analytical methods for protein characterisation such as liquid chromatography (e.g RP, SEC, HILIC), capillary electrophoresis and LC MS/MS. Theoretical knowledge of protein chemistry and protein structure (primary and higher order structure). Capability to critically analyse data, interpret results and communicate outcomes to external customers and internal stakeholders. Proven track record of being able to develop the skills of junior colleagues, particularly with respect to providing guidance and training in the use of LC-MS/MS techniques. Excellent communication skills for customer interactions and training. Outstanding problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and strategically. Join Lonza AG and be part of a team where your contributions will resolve future of life sciences and make a genuine impact on the world.