Associate Scientist, MSAT Development Services Laboratory

Lonza Group Ltd.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. is seeking an Associate Scientist for the MSAT Development Services Laboratory in Portsmouth, NH. This site-based role offers exposure to process development, analytical development, and laboratory operations within a global life sciences organization.

You will execute laboratory studies, collect and analyze data, and prepare technical documents under guidance from senior team members. The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 0–2 years of biotechnology or lab operations experience preferred.
• Ability to follow scientific procedures and established laboratory practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to accurately document work and interpret data.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory studies and analytical testing following established procedures and scientific protocols.
• Collect, analyze, and document experimental data to support development activities.
• Prepare study protocols, reports, presentations, and other technical documentation with guidance from senior team members.
• Support laboratory operations, including equipment monitoring, maintenance, and documentation review.
• Participate in safety initiatives and maintain compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal project teams and provide updates on study progress and results.
• Complete required training and continue developing technical expertise across laboratory functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Biological Sciences degree

Biomedical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Related scientific discipline

Job description

Associate Scientist, MSAT Development Services Laboratory

Location: Portsmouth, NH Site-based with limited flexibility

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• Opportunities to learn from experienced scientists and technical experts.
• Exposure to process development, analytical development, and laboratory operations.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Career growth and development opportunities within a global life sciences organization.

What you will do

Execute laboratory studies and analytical testing following established procedures and scientific protocols.

Collect, analyze, and document experimental data to support development activities.

Prepare study protocols, reports, presentations, and other technical documentation with guidance from senior team members.

Support laboratory operations, including equipment monitoring, maintenance, and documentation review.

Participate in safety initiatives and maintain compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate with internal project teams and provide updates on study progress and results.

Complete required training and continue developing technical expertise across laboratory functions.

What we are looking for

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.

0-2 years of experience in biotechnology, laboratory operations, manufacturing, research, or a related technical environment preferred.

Ability to follow scientific procedures and established laboratory practices.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to accurately document work and interpret data.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented 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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences?