Mammalian Bioprocess Upstream Scientist

Lonza; Bend (OR); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Lonza in Bend, OR is seeking an R&D Upstream Scientist/Engineer to join a dynamic team delivering breakthroughs in biomanufacturing. You will conduct mammalian bioreactor experiments and apply chemical, biological, and engineering fundamentals to drive quality results.

You will collaborate with computational teams, document findings in detail, and communicate technical information to internal teams and clients. A growth mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or Bioengineering, or B.S. in Cell/Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• Growth mindset and a strong drive to learn and contribute outside of your educational specialty.
• Previous experience in a biology lab is preferred; prior experience with mammalian cell culture is desirable.
• Bias toward collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Complete experiments in a mammalian bioreactor setting.
• Apply knowledge of biology, chemistry, or engineering fundamentals including mass/energy conservation, heat/mass transfer, biochemistry, and basic modeling.
• Learn to operate a range of unit operations and demonstrate proficiency for quality results.
• Maintain an accurate lab notebook documenting execution and results.
• Collaborate with computational science teams to improve data management tools.
• Evaluate instruments, equipment, processes and systems to improve safety, quality, and performance.
• Communicate technical information to internal teams and clients via oral/written reports.
• Prepare technical memos, reports and technology transfer documentation.
• Lead execution of basic lab functions and suggest improvements to practices.

Skills

communication

collaboration

growth mindset

willingness to learn

Education

Biochemical/Bioengineering background

Chemical Engineering background

Cell/Molecular Biology background

Job description

Lonza in Bend, OR is seeking an R&D Upstream Scientist/Engineer to join a dynamic team delivering breakthroughs in biomanufacturing. You will conduct mammalian bioreactor experiments and apply chemical, biological, and engineering fundamentals to drive quality results.

You will collaborate with computational teams, document findings in detail, and communicate technical information to internal teams and clients. A growth mindset and teamwork are essential.