Scientist III, Product Development (Biotech)
This is an onsite role based in Bend, Oregon. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families, if needed.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of.
Join Lonza Bend as a Scientist III, Product Development, and immerse yourself in an outstanding opportunity to contribute to world-class scientific advancements. This role is perfect for an ambitious individual eager to make a significant impact in life sciences through innovative research and collaboration with a team of exceptionally talented professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement technical strategies for multiple programs with an advanced understanding of a fundamental field and a working knowledge of all relevant areas.
- Craft and implement model-based studies, applying fundamental scientific theories.
- Apply a wide range of laboratory techniques to conduct experiments with high technical quality.
- Communicate experimental designs and results, both written and verbal, to internal teams and clients independently.
- Leverage scientific literature to support the development of innovative technologies and solutions, acquiring knowledge to solve new challenges.
- Mentor colleagues, providing regular feedback to foster a collaborative and inclusive laboratory environment.
- Select appropriate models for data analysis and interpretation, understanding the underlying derivations.
- Apply advanced knowledge of technology selection, analytical methods, characterization tools, and process design.
- Collaborate with colleagues across the organization to achieve goals and deliver innovative solutions.
- Contribute to continuous improvement, enhanced intellectual property, and growing value offerings to clients.
- Support GMP method development activities as an SME, including risk assessments, investigations, troubleshooting, and new product specifications.
Key Requirements:
- BS/MS in Chemistry or Engineering-related technical field with 3+ years of relevant experience, or an entry-level Ph.D.
- Promote safety and uphold high-quality standards in all work performed.
- Demonstrated curiosity and strong foundation in hypothesis testing, chemistry, material science, and data quality and integrity.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
