Manufacturing Science and Technology Lab Scientist

US02 Lonza Biologics Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative, inclusive workplace

Cross-functional teamwork

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States, is seeking an Associate Scientist to support cell culture development, process development, and analytical development.

The role operates on first shift, Monday to Friday, with opportunities to work with cross-functional teams and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative scientific environment. You will perform assays, collect and analyze data, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards while contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and documentation.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with chromatography and filtration techniques.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory studies and assays supporting CCD, PD, and AD.
• Execute routine experiments following established procedures, protocols, and quality standards.
• Collect, analyze, and accurately document experimental data and study results.
• Support project activities under the guidance of experienced scientists and supervisors.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and records in compliance with company requirements.
• Contribute to safe and efficient laboratory operations while following all safety policies.
• Proactively seek guidance when additional technical expertise or clarification is needed.

Job description

Associate Scientist Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States First shift Monday - Friday

Join our team and contribute to the development of innovative therapies that improve lives around the world. In this role, you will support laboratory-based studies and analytical activities while building your technical expertise in a collaborative scientific environment.

What you will get

• An agile career with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued.
• Exposure to innovative technologies and life sciences projects.
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced scientists and cross-functional teams.
• Compensation programs that recognize performance and achievement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• A culture built on collaboration, accountability, excellence, passion, and integrity.

What you will do

• Perform laboratory studies and assays supporting Cell Culture Development (CCD), Process Development (PD), and Analytical Development (AD).
• Execute routine experiments following established procedures, protocols, and quality standards.
• Collect, analyze, and accurately document experimental data and study results.
• Support project activities under the guidance of experienced scientists and supervisors.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and records in compliance with company requirements.
• Contribute to safe and efficient laboratory operations while following all safety policies.
• Proactively seek guidance when additional technical expertise or clarification is needed.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and documentation.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with chromatography and filtration techniques.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

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. 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.