Pilot Scientist

UK - SloughFull-time2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10

On-site

Core

Transfer upstream and downstream processes from development to pilot-scale operations to support commercial manufacturing of medicines.

Role type

Pilot Plant Scientist (Process Transfer)

Builds

Pilot-scale batches for pharmaceutical manufacturing

Domain

Life Sciences / Biopharmaceuticals

Required skills

Upstream/downstream processing operations, GMP compliance, process equipment operation, analytical techniques, batch data analysis, technical documentation, problem-solving

Preferred skills

Degree in biological science, biochemistry, or biochemical engineering

Technologies

Process equipment, analytical technologies

Responsibilities

Operate process equipment and execute batches, prepare and maintain process documentation and batch records, collect and analyze batch data to identify trends, collaborate with R&D and technical transfer teams, ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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.