Associate Principal Scientist

Lonza; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Associate Principal Scientist

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.

Be a crucial part of Lonza AG's growth by joining as an Associate Principal Scientist in Slough, UK, focusing on PCR and NGS assay development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement, and report on PCR and NGS assay development to support bioprocess testing.
• Collaborate with laboratory scientists and other collaborators to grasp challenges and requirements, suggesting and putting into action new analytical assays.
• Provide technical support and training to other scientists on the use and execution of PCR and/or NGS assays.
• Lead or support complex technology or process/product development projects, defining scope and timelines, crafting, planning, and completing studies, and drawing conclusions through detailed data analysis.
• Independently craft and complete complex studies, analyzing data to achieve project targets with clear management of uncertainties.
• Convert project targets and plans into highly specific study plans with associated timelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely records to appropriate quality standards for self and team, preparing high-quality technical analyses and reports.
• Share projects with collaborators and at external conferences.
• Understand the application of PCR and NGS within the analytical department, continually building expertise in assigned functions.
• Develop an understanding of CDMO operations, GMP requirements, and the competition and IP landscape relevant to the project.
• Foster and maintain strong working relationships with key project team partners, actively nurturing connections within the group.
• Demonstrate strong ownership of deliverables, supporting and contributing to the culture of innovation within the team.

Key Requirements:

• PhD or M.S. and equivalent experience in Life Science or a related field.
• Strong scientific knowledge in developing and completing PCR and NGS assays.
• Proven ability to develop complex scientific concepts and apply them to practical problems.
• Ability to perform complex data analyses and integrate different lines of analysis into logical conclusions.
• Proficient in English, with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to continually build knowledge and contribute actively to the innovation process.

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.