Senior Scientist - Pilot

Senior Scientist - Pilot

Lonza

Slough, United Kingdom

What you will do:

• Lead the planning, preparation, and execution of pilot-scale batches for downstream processes, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines and customer outcomes.
• Drive the technical transfer of new and existing processes from internal and external customers using structured, compliant approaches.
• Work closely with Process Development, R&D, MSAT, and New Product Introduction (NPI) teams to resolve technical and operational challenges before and during batch execution.
• Prepare and review high-quality process documentation, including batch process descriptions, datasheets, and transfer documentation, suitable for scale-up to cGMP manufacturing.
• Proactively identify, assess, and manage technical and operational risks, escalating appropriately where support is required.
• Analyse batch data using structured approaches, identify trends, and contribute to process summary reports and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement, contributing to EHS initiatives, productivity improvements, and yield optimization.

What we are looking for:

• Recognised scientific and technical expertise in downstream processing within a pilot plant or manufacturing-related environment.
• Strong ability to lead routine and non-routine unit operations independently, using a structured and compliant approach.
• Proven experience in preparing technical documentation, reports, protocols, and SOPs to a high standard.
• Demonstrated problem-solving capability, with strong attention to technical detail and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across scientific and operational teams.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results with minimal supervision.
• A Bachelor’s degree (BSc or BEng) in Biological Sciences, Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent transferable experience.