Sr. Scientist, Methods Development
Lonza
Summary
Join Lonza|Capsugel's Greenwood site as a key scientific leader supporting product development, method development, and global stability programs for our Hard Empty Capsule and Dosage Form Solutions businesses. In this highly visible role, you will lead technical teams, drive innovation, and help deliver high-quality solutions that support customers and ultimately improve lives around the world.
Job description
What you will do
- Lead scientists, analysts, and technicians supporting product development, method development, and global stability programs.
- Drive color development and reformulation projects for hard capsule products to meet customer and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods that support new product introductions, process improvements, and material characterization.
- Serve as the technical lead for global stability programs, generating scientific data used to establish product shelf life and support customer studies.
- Partner closely with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Safety, and R&D teams to solve technical challenges and support business growth.
- Lead complex investigations, root cause analyses, and forensic evaluations of product and process issues using scientific and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Mentor and develop team members while fostering a culture of scientific excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.
What we are looking for
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline required.
- Significant experience in analytical method development, method validation, product development, or quality control within pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, life sciences, or related regulated industries.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams, projects, or complex scientific programs.
- A minimum of 5 years in cGMP, cGLP, CFR requirements, laboratory compliance, and regulatory expectations.
- Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, mass spectrometry, HPTLC, PDA, wet chemistry, and other advanced laboratory instrumentation.
- Proven ability to conduct investigations, perform data analysis, apply statistical tools, and drive technical problem solving in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across multiple functions and global teams.
- Prior experience with dietary supplements a huge plus!
Requirements
- Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
- Significant experience in analytical method development, method validation, product development, or quality control within regulated industries
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams, projects, or complex scientific programs
- Minimum of 5 years in cGMP, cGLP, CFR requirements, laboratory compliance, and regulatory expectations
- Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, mass spectrometry, HPTLC, PDA, wet chemistry, and other advanced laboratory instrumentation
- Proven ability to conduct investigations, perform data analysis, apply statistical tools, and drive technical problem solving
- Excellent communication, collaboration, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Prior experience with dietary supplements preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement Programs
- Wellness Programs
- Professional Development
Company overview
Lonza is a pioneering global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and a world leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing services. Founded in 1897 in Switzerland, the company has evolved into the first and original CDMO, now operating as one of the largest Western CDMO networks with approximately 19,000 employees across more than 30 sites spanning five continents. Lonza specializes in transforming therapeutic discoveries into life-saving and life-enhancing treatments for patients worldwide. The company's comprehensive services span from early development to drug substance and drug product manufacturing, covering established and emerging technologies including mammalian biologics, small molecules, highly potent APIs, bioconjugates, mRNA, microbial products, and cell and gene therapies. With a focus on cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing, Lonza serves a diverse customer base ranging from emerging biotechs to global pharmaceutical companies, delivering integrated solutions throughout the entire treatment lifecycle.