Global Senior Principal Scientist – Usp

Lonza Group

Slough, United Kingdom
Not specified; not specified; compensation program...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on industry standards).
Extensive experience in biologics bioprocessing
Deep expertise in mammalian cell culture cho
Gmp facing experience required
Lonza Group is seeking a Global Senior Principal Scientist specializing in upstream processing (USP) to lead complex projects within its Global Process Development team in Slough, UK. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in biologics and bioprocessing, particularly in mammalian cell culture, and will have a strong ability to influence stakeholders while managing multi-disciplinary teams

Job Summary

  • This role provides expert scientific leadership across Lonza's global Biologics network to drive strategic technology programmes.
  • The position leads complex, multi-disciplinary projects with a high degree of autonomy while influencing business decisions.
  • Candidates will be expected to deliver a portfolio of projects on time and within budget using lean project management principles.

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Lonza Group is seeking a Global Senior Principal Scientist specializing in upstream processing (USP) to lead complex projects within its Global Process Development team in Slough, UK. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in biologics and bioprocessing, particularly in mammalian cell culture, and will have a strong ability to influence stakeholders while managing multi-disciplinary teams.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Compensation programs that recognize high performance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Extensive experience in biologics bioprocessing
  • Deep expertise in mammalian cell culture CHO
  • GMP facing experience required
  • USP development and scale-up knowledge
  • Fed-batch and perfusion systems expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience supporting early stage processes
  • Experience supporting late stage processes
  • Commercial process support preferred
  • Strong communication and stakeholder influence
  • Lean project management skills

Key Requirements

  • BSc in Biotechnology, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering
  • Proven technical leadership experience
  • Deep expertise in USP development and scale-up

Work Rights

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