MSAT Process Scientist/Engineer II

Lonza; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching plan

Competitive compensation and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Mentoring and leadership support

Job summary

Lonza in Portsmouth (NH) seeks an MSAT Process Scientist/Engineer II to serve as technical lead for technology transfer, validation, and lifecycle management. The role collaborates with customer tech and quality representatives to represent MSAT on project teams and ensures flawless execution through documentation and change control.

Minimum BS in a relevant field and 3+ years in biopharma, with aseptic skills and bioreactor experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 3+ years in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Strong background in biotech processes, process development, scale-up and tech transfer.
• Proven knowledge of aseptic techniques and cell culture.
• Experience with bioreactor operation and scale-up.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical lead for technology transfer, validation, and lifecycle management initiatives.
• Collaborate with customer technical and quality representatives as the technical SME on project teams.
• Develop process understanding to implement manufacturing solutions.
• Author, review, and own process-related documentation for flawless execution.
• Coordinate change controls and lead implementation as the assigned change agent.
• Monitor and report process performance via data analysis and live presentations.
• This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

Skills

Biotech manufacturing knowledge

Aseptic techniques

Cell culture

Bioreactor operation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

MSAT Process Scientist/Engineer II

Location : On-site, Portsmouth, NH. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates and their families.

The MSAT Process Scientist/Engineer is responsible for being the primary technical support person for manufacturing processes. This person has developed a core competency in transferring and supporting processes from first run in plant, PPQ campaigns, and commercial campaigns.

What you will get:

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Opportunities for career growth and development.

• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• 401(k) matching plan.

• Supportive leadership and mentoring.

• Commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Serve as a technical lead for technology transfer, validation, and lifecycle management initiatives.

• Collaborate with customer technical and quality representatives as the technical SME to represent MSAT on project teams.

• Develop process understanding and expertise to successfully implement manufacturing solutions.

• Author, review, and own process-related documentation to ensure flawless execution.

• Coordinate change controls and lead all aspects of the implementation of changes as the assigned change agent.

• Monitor and report on process performance through detailed data analysis and live presentations.

• This is an individual contributor position and will not have direct reports.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science degree required, preferably in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or Chemical Engineering.

• 3+ years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (2+ years of experience with Master’s) with a strong background in manufacturing science and technology functions, including biotech processes, process development, scale-up, tech transfer, and manufacturing.

• Proven knowledge of aseptic techniques and cell culture.

• Experience with bioreactor operation and scale-up.

• Excellent ability to effectively communicate ideas and points of view, both orally and in written form. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a dedication to excellence.

• Prioritizes safety awareness at all times and carefully considers the impact of actions before completing activities.

• Ability to share 24/7 on-call support while the process is being manufactured.

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—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.