Biotechnologist I (Nights - A Shift)

Lonza; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunities to grow and develop your

collaborative and supportive team

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Biotechnologist I to support GMP manufacturing of therapeutic proteins. You will operate production equipment, execute downstream purification, and help ensure quality and safety across the manufacturing process.

The role follows a 12-hour day shift rotating schedule (two on, two off, three on, two off, two on, three off). A high school diploma is required with AS/BS preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

AS or BS in science-related field preferred

Job description

United States, Portsmouth (New Hampshire)

Job Title: Biotechnologist I

Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site)

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.

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.