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Job Title: Scientist
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Lonza has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to join our R&D department at our Cambridge facility. In this role, you will lead client-facing projects involving the design, execution, and optimisation of in vitro cell-based bioassays using human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) to assess the immune response to therapeutics.
What you will get
- Work in an engaging and collaborative laboratory environment.
- Expand your skills across human primary immune cell biology and bioassay platform development.
- Gain practical experience with human primary immune cell isolation, cutting-edge cell-based assays, and advanced immunogenicity screening techniques.
- Lead and contribute to real-world client projects, playing a direct role in evaluating and advancing therapeutic candidates.
What you will do
- Support and deliver in vitro cell-based bioassays to assess immune responses to therapeutic candidates across multiple client studies.
- Perform routine isolation, banking, and characterisation of human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) following standard operational procedures.
- Maintain reliable laboratory workflows, troubleshoot routine experimental procedures, and assist in optimising and expanding assay capabilities.
- Keep accurate laboratory records, compile findings into technical reports, and present results to project teams and clients.
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What we are looking for
- Degree (BSc or MSc) in Biological Sciences, Immunology, or a related discipline.
- Solid theoretical understanding of immunology and bioassay principles.
- Hands-on laboratory experience with cell culture techniques, aseptic handling, or immune cell isolation, preferably in an industrial environment.
- Strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
- Clear communication, strong record-keeping abilities, and meticulous attention to detail.
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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.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
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