Senior GMP Biotechnologist - Manufacturing Expert

Lonza Group Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Slough is seeking an Expert Biotechnologist on a permanent, full-time basis to advance a technical career path within Manufacturing, with hands-on work on fermentation and purification, maintaining GMP standards.

The role is site-based to enable close collaboration; you will lead projects, own systems, train staff, and support MSAT and process improvements, with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading GMP-regulated manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge of fermentation and purification processes.
• Ability to train and coach operational staff.
• Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Acted as Manufacturing Representative for key manufacturing projects, providing operational support to ensure successful project implementation and delivery.
• Served as System Owner within Manufacturing, ensuring system compliance, reliability, and performance.
• Led troubleshooting activities, investigated deviations, and identified CAPAs to drive continuous improvement and maintain GMP compliance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams across multiple departments and sites to resolve operational challenges and support project objectives.
• Delivered technical equipment and process training to manufacturing personnel, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Supported Plant Leads and MSAT teams with process mapping initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Managed facility and fabrication works, coordinating activities to support manufacturing operations.
• Prepared and delivered technical presentations, protocols, and reports for internal stakeholders and project teams.
• Supported customer meetings by providing technical expertise and project updates.
• Performed additional duties to support manufacturing and business objectives.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership in GMP

Problem solving

Communication and coaching

Fermentation and purification

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Life Sciences degree or MSc

Job description

Lonza Group Ltd. in Slough is seeking an Expert Biotechnologist on a permanent, full-time basis to advance a technical career path within Manufacturing, with hands-on work on fermentation and purification, maintaining GMP standards.

The role is site-based to enable close collaboration; you will lead projects, own systems, train staff, and support MSAT and process improvements, with opportunities for progression.