Biotechnologist 1(Nights)

Lonza; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training and development

Career growth opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking an entry-level Biotechnologist I to support cell therapy manufacturing operations. You will work with experienced colleagues to assist production activities, equipment readiness, training, and continuous improvement in a safe, compliant environment.

This on-site role follows a 12-hour night schedule and offers hands-on training, exposure to advanced cell therapy technologies, and opportunities for career growth as you develop technical skills and contribute to

Qualifications

• Experience in a GMP, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of cGMP principles and cleanroom operations preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to learn new processes, equipment, and systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Curiosity with a willingness to learn and understand processes.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations in compliance with safety, quality, and cGMP requirements.
• Perform cleaning activities and help ensure manufacturing spaces are inspection-ready.
• Complete training in safety, gowning, material movement, environmental monitoring, and manufacturing processes.
• Support technical transfer activities, including training runs, engineering runs, and process readiness activities.
• Assist with the creation, review, and updating of manufacturing documentation.
• Learn and support customer manufacturing processes transferred into the Portsmouth facility.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, and other teams to support project milestones.

Skills

GMP experience

Biotech/pharma environment

Teamwork & communication

Procedural discipline

MS Office basics

Willingness to learn

Safety oriented

Curiosity

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific/technical field

Job description

Job Title: Biotechnologist I

Location: Portsmouth, NH, (On-site)

We are seeking a Manufacturing Associate I to join our Cell Therapy manufacturing team in Portsmouth, NH. In this entry-level role, you will help support manufacturing operations in a safe, compliant, and controlled environment. You will work alongside experienced colleagues to support production activities, technical transfers, equipment readiness, training activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Become part of a talented team of people working together to help improve lives around the world.

This role follows a 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule of alternating days: two on, two off, three on, two off, two on, three off (repeating cycle).

What you will get

• Competitive pay and performance-based compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Opportunities for career growth and development

• Hands-on training and skill-building

• Exposure to advanced Cell Therapy manufacturing technologies

• The opportunity to help bring life-changing therapies to patients

What you will do

• Support manufacturing operations in compliance with safety, quality, and cGMP requirements

• Perform cleaning activities and help ensure manufacturing spaces are inspection-ready

• Complete training in safety, gowning, material movement, environmental monitoring, and manufacturing processes

• Support technical transfer activities, including training runs, engineering runs, and process readiness activities

• Assist with the creation, review, and updating of manufacturing documentation

• Learn and support customer manufacturing processes transferred into the Portsmouth facility

• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, and other teams to support project milestones

What we are looking for

• Experience in a GMP, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environment is preferred

• Basic understanding of cGMP principles and cleanroom operations preferred

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work in a fast-paced environment

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications

• Willingness to learn new processes, equipment, and systems

• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

• Curiosity with a willingness to learn and understand processes

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field preferred

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.