Biotechnologist I (Days - A Shift)

US02 Lonza Biologics Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Career growth

Team environment

Competitive compensation

Descripción de la vacante

Lonza Group Ltd. is seeking a Biotechnologist I to join our Portsmouth, NH manufacturing site. You will help produce therapeutic proteins in a GMP environment, operate production equipment, and perform downstream purification steps with a focus on quality and safety.

The role follows a 12-hour day shift on a rotating cycle. You will set up and monitor equipment, perform chromatography and filtration tasks, and participate in shift handovers and continuous improvement activities within a

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated production environments preferred.
• Experience with downstream purification processes, chromatography operations, or filtration systems preferred.
• Column packing and viral reduction filtration experience desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.

Responsabilidades

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment, including purification systems, CIP, and SIP processes.
• Execute downstream manufacturing operations, including chromatography, filtration, and product processing activities.
• Support column packing, viral reduction filtration, and other purification-related operations.
• Perform laboratory tasks such as pH testing, conductivity testing, and product sampling.
• Move and transfer materials across production areas safely and accurately.
• Maintain equipment and facilities through routine cleaning and sanitization.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and support documentation review.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Problem solving

Documentation

GMP understanding

Safety awareness

Educación

AS or BS in science-related field

Herramientas

Chromatography systems

Filtration systems

Laboratory instrumentation

Descripción del empleo

Biotechnologist I (Days) Portsmouth, NH As a Biotechnologist I at our Portsmouth site, you will support the production of therapeutic proteins that help improve the lives of patients around the world. Working in a GMP manufacturing environment, you will operate production equipment, execute downstream purification processes, and ensure products are manufactured safely and to the highest quality standards. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in biomanufacturing who enjoys hands-on operations, problem-solving, and working as part of a collaborative team This role follows a 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM 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

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities to grow and develop your career
• A collaborative and supportive team environment

What you will do

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment, including purification systems, CIP, and SIP processes
• Execute downstream manufacturing operations, including chromatography, filtration, and product processing activities
• Support column packing, viral reduction filtration, and other purification-related operations
• Perform laboratory tasks such as pH testing, conductivity testing, and product sampling
• Move and transfer materials across production areas safely and accurately
• Maintain equipment and facilities through routine cleaning and sanitization
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and support documentation review
• Participate in shift handovers, team meetings, and continuous improvement activities

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred
• Experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, or regulated production environments preferred
• Experience with downstream purification processes, chromatography operations, or filtration systems preferred
• Column packing and viral reduction filtration experience is highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

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?

Every day, our teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong.

You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• 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, you 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. Join us. Be you.