Bioprocess Scientist -Mammalian Cell Culture, Small Scale

Lonza; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in life sciences is seeking a Bioprocess Scientist in Alberta. You will perform GMP manufacturing operations, apply aseptic techniques, and operate bioreactors. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related Science/Engineering field and relevant industry experience. Join us for a rewarding career with competitive benefits in a diverse and ethical workplace.

Benefits

Fully paid medical insurance

Daily company bus to and from the site

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience in a similar manufacturing industry or cleanroom environment preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP applications.
• Willing to perform a rotating 12-hour shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Perform GMP manufacturing operations, equipment handling, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain facility and lab standards through sanitization and 6S housekeeping.
• Apply aseptic techniques for material and cell culture handling.

Skills

Knowledge of Biopharmaceutical processing

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Positive team oriented demeanor

Education

Degree or diploma in a related Science/Engineering field

Tools

UNICORN

DeltaV

LIMS

Job description

Bioprocess Scientist - Mammalian Cell Culture, Small Scale

Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people.

As a Biotechnologist at Lonza Mammalian business, you’ll be part of our globally recognized network, driving the production of mammalian cell culture and treatments.

Join our best-in-class high performance Integrated Biologics team at our Tuas site in Singapore to gain unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge biotechnology and innovation and make a difference from day one.

What you’ll get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Daily company bus from the MRT location near your home to and from the Tuas site.
• Fully paid medical insurance, with the option to enroll family members at partially subsidized premiums.

What you’ll do:

• Perform GMP manufacturing operations, equipment handling, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain facility and lab standards through sanitization and 6S housekeeping.
• Apply aseptic techniques for material and cell culture handling.
• Operate bioreactors, monitoring pH/DO, CO2/O2, and cell performance.
• Execute chromatography, ultrafiltration, and pH/conductivity adjustments.
• Utilize process control systems (UNICORN, DeltaV) and documentation (SOPs, logbooks, BRs).
• Handle single-use technologies and sample submissions via LIMS.
• Prepare customer-specific solutions and set up equipment for operations (CIPs, buffer transfer).
• Plan and execute CIPs (downstream), ensuring correct pathways and configurations.

What we’re looking for:

• Degree or diploma in a related Science/Engineering field.
• Knowledge of Biopharmaceutical processing is an added asset.
• Relevant work experience in a similar manufacturing industry or cleanroom environment preferred.
• Knowledge of cGMP applications.
• Positive team oriented demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to perform a rotating 12-hour shift pattern.

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.