Biotechnologist - CT (Multi Levels Nights)

Lonza Group; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking Biotechnologist Operators for Cell Therapy on a 12-hour rotating night shift. You will support manufacturing in cleanroom environments, participate in transfers, documentation, and cross-functional projects to enable life-changing therapies.

We welcome early-career and experienced professionals eager to learn, with a focus on safety, quality, and cGMP compliance in a highly regulated setting. On-site position with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and cleanroom operations.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations in controlled cleanroom environments.
• Perform manufacturing activities following safety and quality requirements.
• Assist in training, process implementation, and readiness activities.
• Support technical transfers and manufacturing projects.
• Create, review, and maintain manufacturing documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive improvements.

Skills

Biotech experience

Manufacturing

cGMP knowledge

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)

Job Title: Biotechnologist Operator - Cell Therapy (Multi Levels - Nights)

Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)

Shift: 12hour shift 7PM-7AM, rotating days on 2-2-3 schedule

Are you looking to start your career in Cell Therapy manufacturing, or are you an experienced manufacturing professional ready for your next challenge? We are growing our Cell Therapy operations in Portsmouth, NH and are seeking talented individuals across multiple experience levels to join our team.

Whether you are building your manufacturing career or bringing years of industry experience, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the production of life-changing therapies while working in a collaborative, innovative, and highly regulated environment. We are hiring individuals who are eager to learn, committed to quality, and passionate about making a difference for patients.

What you will get

• An agile career and dynamic working culture


• Competitive compensation and benefits programs


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Career growth and development opportunities


• Exposure to advanced Cell Therapy manufacturing technologies


• A collaborative and supportive team environment


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

What you will do

• Support manufacturing operations while following safety, quality, and cGMP requirements


• Perform manufacturing activities in controlled cleanroom environments


• Participate in training, process implementation, and operational readiness activities


• Support technical transfers and manufacturing projects


• Create, review, and maintain manufacturing documentation


• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, MSAT, and other cross-functional teams


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency

What we are looking for

• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or related industries is preferred


• Individuals at all career stages are encouraged to apply, from early-career professionals to experienced manufacturing leaders


• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and cleanroom operations is preferred


• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced and highly regulated environment


• Willingness to learn new processes, technologies, and manufacturing systems


• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

How your experience may align

• Early-career candidates may support manufacturing operations while developing technical and operational skills through hands-on training.


• Experienced candidates may lead manufacturing activities, support technical transfers, mentor colleagues, and serve as subject matter experts within their operational area.


• Final leveling and compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and business needs.

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.

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility


• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment


• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve


• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself


• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.