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You are responsible to ensure analytical development is in line with quality control. You are accountable for the performance and results of the assigned projects. Thereby you support and supervise new members of the group.\nWhat you will get:\nAn agile career and dynamic working culture\n\nAn inclusive and ethical workplace\n\nCompensation programs that recognize high performance\n\nA variety of benefits dependent on role and location\n\nThe full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.\n\nThe full-time annual base pay for this position in The Netherlands is expected to range between 60.750,- EUR and 85.050,- EUR. Initial salary placement within this range will be determined based on role-related factors such as experience, qualifications, and expected contribution.\nWhat you will do:\nTransfer, optimize, and develop bioanalytical methods to support product development and quality control.\n\nPlan, execute, and document method pre-validation studies in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nAuthoring of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)\n\nTechnical support in cross departmental documentation (validation documents, development documents)\n\nTrain colleagues and transfer pre-validated methods to the GMP-compliant Quality Control (QC) department.\n\nPerform routine testing for development campaigns and stability studies as required.\n\nRepresent the Analytical Development department as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in interactions with internal stakeholders and external clients.\n\nRepresent the Analytical Development department as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and/or Project Team Member (PTM) in interactions with internal stakeholders and external clients.\n\nWhat we are looking for:\nMaster or PhD + multiple years of experience in analytical development\n\n3 years experience in analytical development of Bioassays in the area of mRNA-LNP in pharmaceutical industry.\n\nPractical and theoretical experience in analytical method development and validation, with a strong focus on potency assays in accordance with ICH and USP guidelines in the field of RNA-LNP bioassays. Especially regarding Flow Cytometry (FACS) and ELISA\n\nDeep understanding of statistical methods relevant to analytical method development and validation.\n\nPractical experience with cellular work (aseptic handling)\n\nAbility to lead junior staff and further their development\n\nBe a collaborative team player with a flexible and proactive mindset who thrives in a dynamic environment and views changing priorities as opportunities.\n\nCuriosity and enthusiasm for implementing and evaluating new analytical technologies.\n\nVery good communication skills and interaction with project organization and customers.\n\nPreferred:\nInitial experience with GMP-compliant documentation and laboratory practices.\n\nHands-on and deep theoretical experience with at least two of the following analytical techniques including trouble shooting: Sanger Sequencing, Oxford Nanopore Technology Sequencing, Quantitative PCR (qPCR), Liquid Chromatography coupled with Mass Spectrometry\n\nInitial experience in project management and/or customer management within an analytical development environment.\n\nAbout Lonza\nAt 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.\nInnovation 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.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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