Lead Scientist – Potency, ELISA & Cell-Based Analytics

UK - Slough💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-02 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead analytical development projects for potency testing using ELISA, cell-based assays, and SPR/Biacore to ensure high-quality medicine manufacturing.

Role type

Senior IC Lead Scientist (Analytical Development)

Builds

Potency assays and analytical methods for pharmaceutical manufacturing

Domain

Life Sciences / Biopharmaceuticals

Deliverable

Required skills

Potency ELISA expertise, Cell-based assay development, SPR/Biacore techniques, Method development, Project leadership, Data analysis, Troubleshooting, Mentoring

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver complex analytical projects including method development and validation, Design and execute experimental strategies, Present data and troubleshoot issues, Mentor junior scientists, Drive continuous improvement, Lead investigations and risk management

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About Lonza

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.