R&D Purification Scientist
Slough, United Kingdom
12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Join a cutting-edge R&D team at Lonza, where you will help advance next-generation purification technologies. This is an exciting laboratory-based role ( on site 5 days a week) focused on developing and optimising downstream processes that will shape the future of biologics manufacturing.
What you will getAn agile career and dynamic working culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
Compensation programs that recognize high performance
A range of benefits tailored to your role and location
Opportunities for continuous learning and development
The chance to work on impactful, innovative technologies
Design and execute laboratory-scale purification and primary recovery studies to support process and technology development
Perform chromatography and filtration experiments, analysing complex datasets to generate meaningful insights
Evaluate and optimise primary recovery technologies to improve process efficiency and performance
Contribute to the assessment and implementation of emerging downstream processing technologies
Deliver high-quality technical reports, documentation, and scientific recommendations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Analytical, Upstream, and Manufacturing Science & Technology
Maintain high standards of data integrity, safety, and laboratory organisation while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
A degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline (postgraduate qualification advantageous)
Practical laboratory experience in downstream processing, including chromatography and filtration techniques
Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and draw clear conclusions
Knowledge of DSP unit operations, including process optimisation and troubleshooting
Ability to design experiments and apply scientific principles to solve technical challenges
Strong communication and report-writing skills, with attention to detail and quality
A collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective working relationships and contribute to team success
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Skills Required
- Degree in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline
- Postgraduate qualification
- Practical laboratory experience in downstream processing including chromatography and filtration
- Strong data analysis skills to interpret complex datasets
- Knowledge of DSP unit operations, process optimisation and troubleshooting
- Ability to design experiments and apply scientific principles
- Strong communication and report-writing skills with attention to detail
- Collaborative mindset and ability to build effective working relationships
- On-site laboratory work 5 days a week (Slough, UK)
What We Do
At Lonza, we enable A Healthier World by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets.
