Sr. Scientist, Product Development at Lonza Inc. in Bend, Oregon

Job Description:

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 dedicated individuals working collaboratively, generating ideas that contribute to businesses that serve people. In return, we empower our employees to take ownership of their careers. Their innovative ideas, whether significant or subtle, genuinely enhance the world. And that’s the type of work we aspire to be a part of.

Lonza Pharma & Biotech has an opening for a Senior Scientist, Product Development at their Bend, OR location.

As a Senior Scientist in Product Development, you will craft experimental plans and interpret data by regularly using fundamental scientific models. You should have expertise in a wide range of techniques and practices related to pharmaceutical product development. Additionally, you will demonstrate strong leadership in scientific thought and innovation, operational excellence and execution, mentorship, and client interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead research and development activities in collaboration with multidisciplinary technical project teams


• Exercise technical proficiency in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies and goals


• Critically assess experimental data, provide interpretation of results, and ensure data quality and integrity


• Drive the delivery of innovative solutions that leads to improved intellectual property and assist in growing the offering to clients.


• Regularly read and bring to bear the scientific literature to support development of innovative technologies.


• Author in-depth technical protocols, summaries, and reports


• Prepare and deliver detailed scientific presentations for clients, colleagues, and management


• Participate in data reviews and client discussions


• Act as a technical mentor/coach for more junior Research Scientists


• Assist and support GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) QC (Quality Control) by participating in activities, including, development study design and execution, drafting documents, training, analytical method development, validation and transfer, investigation support, product commercialization and ongoing product support, and change control


• Other duties as required

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors, Master’s or PhD degree in Chemistry, Biology or related field with significant related experience


• Experience crafting and/or characterizing amorphous solid formulations is a plus


• Analytical method development and validation experience is strongly preferred


• Experience working with internal technical project teams and clients is required


• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a highly collaborative, team oriented, and customer focused environment


• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required for success in our dynamic, collaborative research environment.

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 fulfillment that comes with improving lives all around the world. The fulfillment 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.