Senior Scientist (Characterization) 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 for an ambitious
Senior
Scientist with
Protein
Characterisation
(RP, SEC
,
icIEF
)
and / or Mass Spectrometry
(LC-MS/MS)
experience to join our outstanding team at Lonza. Based in Slough (UK), this role is pivotal to our ongoing success and growth. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will
be responsible for
planning and execution of analytical testing on therapeutic proteins to support product
Characterisation
and
Biocomparability
studies for our customers. You will collaborate with peers across teams to ensure meticulous execution of projects and
identify
refinements to our standard ways of working. This role offers an outstanding chance
to
input
into significant scientific advancements. Key responsibilities: Independent planning and execution of analytical assays for example HPLC based methods, electrophoresis, LC/MS based methods as well as higher order structure methods
in order to
characterise
a range of biologics products
Execution of assigned assays with a focus on safety, quality, timeliness, and accuracy adhering to regulatory requirements, where appropriate
Complete and peer review laboratory documentation
Maintenance of analytical equipment, technologies and/or systems
required
to support
characterisation
stages
Communicate progress and escalate challenges to Line Manager and/or study director as appropriate
Identifies
,
troubleshoots
and escalates technical issues in an effective and
timely
manner
Deliver practical training and actively
participate
in scientific discussions
Join the out-of-hours call-out
rota
to respond to alarms on cold storage units
Key requirements: Practical industry experience in a relevant laboratory environment
including
HPLC, LC-MS and electrophoresis
Experience in the use and troubleshooting of a range of analytical equipment.
Theoretical knowledge of protein chemistry and regulatory requirements applicable to performing
characterisation
and biochemical comparability studies
Capability to
analyse
data, interpret results, and perform root cause analyses
Ability to work collaboratively in a team to ensure business, regulatory and customer needs are met.
Also being a mentor within the team
Excellent interpersonal skills for customer interactions and training
Ability to draft protocols, reports and SOPs
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. Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only an extraordinary 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 insights 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 significant difference.