GMP Core Technician: Viral Therapeutics & Aseptic Production

US05 Lonza Houston Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

PTO

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Houston, TX is seeking a Core Technician to support GMP production of viral therapeutics on a day shift in a rotating 12-hour schedule.

The role includes aseptic processing, cell culture, purification, formulation, fill/finish, and cleanroom maintenance, with emphasis on cGMP compliance and precise documentation. The position is on-site with competitive hourly pay, a performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, life and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aseptic techniques and cGMP manufacturing environments.
• Experience with cell culture or viral production preferred.
• Ability to follow SOPs and maintain compliance under supervision.
• Strong documentation and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform GMP-compliant production of viral therapeutic products, including large-scale mammalian cell culture.
• Execute aseptic processing across purification, formulation, and fill/finish.
• Prepare buffers and components; operate autoclaves and process systems.
• Support validation activities, troubleshooting, changeovers, and data collection.
• Maintain cleanroom operations and accurate documentation.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

cGMP manufacturing

Cell culture

Documentation

SOP compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Associate’s degree or relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lonza Group Ltd. in Houston, TX is seeking a Core Technician to support GMP production of viral therapeutics on a day shift in a rotating 12-hour schedule.

The role includes aseptic processing, cell culture, purification, formulation, fill/finish, and cleanroom maintenance, with emphasis on cGMP compliance and precise documentation. The position is on-site with competitive hourly pay, a performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, life and