Lonza · 5 hours ago
Senior Scientist, Downstream
US - Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expLonza is a global leader in life sciences manufacturing, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist in Downstream. The role involves leading new process development and improving existing processes related to the purification of viral based gene therapy products.
BiotechnologyLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Interacts with clients regarding process development scopes and tech transfer activities as well as data discussion and challenge resolutions
Leads and acts as a Study Director for process development studies, process characterization and other key scientific studies. Responsible for tech transfer to manufacturing following Lonza guidelines, provides ongoing supports as needed
Designs and executes experiments, analyzes data. Authoring study protocols and reports. Maintains accurate & detailed records following Lonza’s best documentation practices
Contributes and supports scientific and engineering expertise toward the design and development of new downstream process ideas that support client product concepts
Establish collaborative relationships and serve as SME to cross-functional groups (MSAT, MFG, QC, and PM)
Mentor and train junior colleagues
Qualification
Required
PhD or MS in Life Sciences with focus on biology or bioengineering with at least 4-6 years of related process development experience in biotech industry
Experience with development and optimization of viral or protein purification process including chromatography, filtration and formulation unit operations
Experience with the technology transferring of viral or protein related downstream processes to cGMP manufacturing
Experience or knowledge of analytical methods and in process controls commonly used in manufacturing processes
Preferred
Experience with late-stage process development for viral or protein related downstream process is highly desirable
Benefits
Performance-related bonus.
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
401(k) matching plan.
Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee assistance programs.
Paid time off (PTO).
Company
Lonza
Lonza Group supplies products and services to pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.8M2023-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $444.8M
2020-12-07IPO
Leadership Team
Wolfgang Wienand
Chief Executive Officer
Alfons Ehinger
Founder
Recent News
2025-12-17
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