Job Description
United States, Bend (Oregon)
Today, Lonza is one of the world’s largest healthcare manufacturing organizations operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.
Situated in the dynamic locale of Bend, OR, our group of extremely dedicated individuals is devoted to pushing the limits of scientific research and development. We support our team members in taking charge of their professional paths and participating in pioneering breakthroughs that truly enhance lives. Come aboard as a Senior Scientist, R&D, and become a valuable member of a team where your thoughts, whether substantial or minor, can have a noteworthy influence on the globe.
Key Responsibilities - Participate in research, development, and transfer of drug delivery innovations within Lonza
- Apply basic principles in heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemistry, and materials science
- Use physical understanding and sound hypotheses to invent and conduct experiments and interpret data
- Develop, code, and apply mechanistic and statistical models to steer process and formulation activities
- Clearly communicate results verbally and in written format to a variety of internal and external audiences
- Contribute to the establishment of intellectual property around innovations
- Independently seek out and apply knowledge from literature or other external sources
- Demonstrate leadership in scientific thought, operational execution, and supporting clients
- Act as a proficient technical authority throughout the organization
- Serve as a technical and professional guide for junior team members
- Lead project prioritization, planning, and execution
- Participate in translating business strategy into goal-oriented results
Pluses: - Essential grasp of phase behavior, encompassing miscibility, mutual solubility, and phase transitions, along with molecular mobility and diffusional mechanisms, as well as crystal nucleation and growth in solids and liquids.
- Expertise in experimental materials science, physical chemistry, and solid-state physics of organic materials
- Familiarity with solid-state characterization methods, including x-ray diffraction, thermal analysis (calorimetry), rheology, and understanding the science of surfaces and interfaces in both solids and liquids.
Key Requirements: - We are seeking a candidate with a BS or MS degree or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related area
- Proven experience in crafting and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and communicating results within a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated ability to identify and drive innovation in technology development and improvements
- Solid background in scientific and engineering principles, encompassing heat and mass transfer, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, kinetics, chemistry, materials science, and mathematical modeling
- Familiarity with crafting, programming, and implementing mechanistic and statistical models
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to articulate scientific concepts and findings clearly
- Proficiency in acting as a subject matter authority in technical aspects and offering mentorship to less seasoned peers
- Dedication to encouraging an inclusive and collaborative work environment
- Ambitious and driven to successfully implement innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact on pharmaceutical development
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 satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction 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.
Reference: R63163
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