Sr. Scientist, Development

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.

Are you ready to join a top-tier team and make an outstanding impact? At Lonza AG, we are seeking a Sr. Scientist, Development to drive innovative solutions within our Manufacturing division in Greenwood, SC, USA. This role offers a remarkable opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your expertise will be pivotal to our growth and success!

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and validate analytical methods for raw materials and finished products in Chemistry, Colorimetry, and Microbiology laboratories within Quality Control.
• Provide direct customer support for quality investigations and perform investigative analyses.
• Ensure laboratories remain current with equipment, instrumentation, and methodologies in line with compliance and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop analytical methodologies to support materials, process, and product characterization.
• Perform validations for quality control release testing, research and development, and stability.
• Author methods, protocols, reports, and SOPs to support Quality activities.
• Conduct lab-scale experimentation and forensic analysis in support of investigative inquiries.
• Offer technical support to internal and external customers as a subject matter authority in analytical testing.
• Collaborate with inter-departmental and global personnel to provide Quality-based support and technical expertise.
• Maintain sophisticated knowledge of cGMP, cGLP, CFR, and other regulations to ensure laboratory compliance.
• Craft and implement presentations for various business needs, both in-person and virtually.

• Master’s Degree in Biochemistry or Chemistry or equivalent experience (required); Doctor of Philosophy in Biochemistry or Chemistry or equivalent experience (preferred).
• Sophisticated knowledge of various analytical instruments and techniques, including GC, HPLC, HPTLC, UV-Vis, FTIR, ICP, ELISA, Protein Quantification, Microscopy, Titrations, Sample Extraction Techniques, and Gravimetric analyses.
• Proficiency in quality documentation and scientific writing.
• Proven understanding of cGLP/cGMP.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office portfolio.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work extended hours, including weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Solid background in relevant subject areas and sophisticated technical skills.
• Capability to manage pressure from various collaborators and drive ongoing learning.

Join us at Lonza AG and be part of a team that is determined to succeed and make a meaningful difference in the world!

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.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.