Biotechnologist Pilot (12M FTC)

Lonza; Slough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza in Slough, United Kingdom, seeks a Biotechnologist Pilot to support pilot-scale processes across upstream and downstream activities. You will plan daily operations, handle batch records, and coordinate materials while maintaining high lab standards.

The role offers development opportunities in a dynamic biotech setting and emphasizes teamwork, quality, and safety. This contract provides hands-on experience in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• An interest in developing a career in biotechnology, bioprocessing or a related field.
• Working towards a degree, vocational qualification or equivalent in a biological science.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and data.
• Numerical data understanding and ability to spot anomalous results.
• Self-motivated, positive and adaptable with varied tasks and priorities.
• Awareness of quality, safety, cleanliness and compliance in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of new and existing pilot-scale processes in a collaborative team.
• Plan and manage daily activities and operate equipment for pilot-scale work.
• Prepare batch records, data forms and documentation for pilot batches.
• Coordinate ordering and availability of materials and consumables.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, equipment readiness and inventory control.
• Record data accurately, flag unusual results, communicate observations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to enhance productivity and quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data recording

Quality and safety awareness

Self-motivation & adaptability

Education

Biological sciences degree or related

Job description

Biotechnologist Pilot

12 Fixed Term Contract

Slough, United Kingdom

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Opportunities to develop your technical expertise in upstream or downstream processing.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: Lonza global benefits .

What you will do

• Support the execution of new and existing processes at pilot scale, working as part of a collaborative team and following established procedures and documentation.
• Plan and manage daily activities, including the operation of plant and laboratory equipment required for pilot-scale activities.
• Prepare batch records, data forms and other documentation to support accurate and efficient pilot batch execution.
• Coordinate the ordering and availability of raw materials and consumables, working closely with colleagues across the pilot team.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, equipment readiness, inventory control and general laboratory organisation.
• Record scientific and operational data accurately, identify unusual or unexpected results, and communicate observations promptly to the relevant technical team members.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities that help improve productivity, process performance and efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality, health, safety and environmental compliance.

What we are looking for

• An interest in developing a career in biotechnology, bioprocessing or a related scientific or engineering field, with a willingness to develop technically in upstream or downstream processing.
• Working towards a degree, vocational qualification or equivalent demonstrable skills and knowledge in a biological science, biotechnology, biochemical engineering or related discipline.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records and high-quality scientific data.
• An understanding of numerical data and the ability to recognise and communicate unexpected or anomalous results.
• A self-motivated, positive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage varied tasks and priorities with appropriate support.
• Good awareness of the importance of quality, safety, cleanliness and compliance when working in a scientific or pilot-scale environment.

About Lonza

At 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. Innovation 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.