Lonza · 23 hours ago
Scientist II, R&D Formulation Development
US - Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelLonza is a global leader in life sciences manufacturing, and they are seeking a Scientist II for R&D Formulation Development. The role involves designing and optimizing formulations for viral vector products, serving as a subject matter expert, and driving innovation in formulation science.
BiotechnologyPharmaceuticalLife Science
Responsibilities
Apply deep expertise in biophysics, colloidal chemistry, and pharmaceutical sciences to understand degradation pathways (aggregation, precipitation, potency loss) and translate them into rational formulation designs
Generate and interpret data from orthogonal analytical methods (e.g., infectivity assays, particle characterization, chromatography, and potency/stability readouts) to define and refine formulation design space
Develop and author technical reports describing formulation rationale, stability data, and control strategies for viral vector drug products in support of regulatory filings
Function as a technical leader and subject matter expert within Lonza, mentoring junior scientists and associates and shaping best practices, workflows, and platform approaches for viral vector formulations
Represent formulation science in project teams and internal, as well as external collaborations, clearly communicating data, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders in development, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing
Drive continuous improvement and innovation by evaluating new excipients, technologies, and analytical tools relevant to viral vector formulation, with an emphasis on scalability, robustness, and cost-effective manufacturing
Qualification
Required
Highly skilled in formulation studies (stability, solubility, excipients) as well as design and optimization of both frozen and liquid biopharmaceutical drug products
Strong analytical background and familiarity with HPLC, DLS, MALS and relevant biophysical/biochemical assays to characterize impurities, product integrity and activity to direct formulation screening
Ph.D., or Master's degree in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related life sciences field with industrial formulation development for regulated and GMP-compliant pharmaceutical applications, or equivalent relevant research experience in academia as evidenced by high profile peer-reviewed publications
Preferred
Experience with viral vector is highly preferred, including viral vector biology, upstream and downstream unit operations and an understanding how they impact product quality attributes
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.
Founded in 1897
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
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