Process Validation Scientist III

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences 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. Lonza AG seeks an outstanding Process Validation Scientist III to uphold high standards in MSAT SS. Lead PPQ, APS, and CPV for Viral Vector and Cell Therapy in Houston, TX. Key Responsibilities: The PV Scientist III is responsible for the planning, execution, and close-out of PPQ, APS, and CPV activities for Viral Vector and Cell Therapy processes. Ensure timely and in-full delivery of tasks, activities, and documents Generate PPQ/PV/APS/CPV reports as required Lead projects involving PPQ/APS/CPV activities and communicate with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain/ERP, Manufacturing, Data Science, and the Commercial Development Organization Work with other MSAT teams on complex problems requiring diverse scope analysis Key Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field 5 years of relevant experience Experience in Viral Vectors/Cell Therapy/Biologics PPQ/PV/APS/CPV, Technology Transfer, MSAT, and/or Manufacturing preferred Proven ability to challenge the status quo and seek improvements Embrace and drive new initiatives successfully Effective engagement in change processes Understand and explain corporate strategy to peers and team Provide feedback on strategy content and implementation Actively seek and share diverse perspectives Champion and role model diversity and inclusion values Proactively understand customer and market needs Develop insights to improve customer happiness Develop resource plans and prioritize demands Ensure delivery excellence for personal and team goals Regularly solicit and address feedback Establish a positive work environment while demonstrating high integrity Lonza AG is dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and collaborative work environment, where every team member's contribution is valued and respected. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and job-related knowledge. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonus, medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more. Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically. 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.