LOCATION: SLOUGH, UK

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.
Lonza is looking for a dedicated Analytical Scientist to join the Media R&D team, working on innovative assays and high-performance bioprocessing solutions.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc/MSc/PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience in an R&D or GMP environment, preferably within biopharma, media development, or biologics.
• Strong hands-on expertise in HPLC and other analytical techniques.
• Highly analytical approach – you thrive on problem-solving, questioning data, and critical thinking.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.

• Perform complex analytical experiments using techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, CE, Mass Spectrometry, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Interpret and critically assess experimental data, identifying trends, anomalies, and opportunities for deeper investigation.
• Contribute to experimental design and method development to support media optimization and assay robustness.
• Train and mentor junior associates, providing technical guidance and ensuring best laboratory practices.
• Analyze and present results in clear, actionable formats for cross-functional teams and project collaborators.
• Participate in project planning and timeline development, contributing scientific insights to media innovation strategy.
• Collaborate closely with upstream and downstream teams to integrate analytical outputs into the broader R&D pipeline.
• Continuously improve analytical workflows to increase efficiency, accuracy, and reproducibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned, aligned with evolving project and business needs.