QC Analyst II

US05 Lonza Houston Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Pearland, TX is seeking a Quality Control Analyst II to perform QC assays for product release of cell therapy products, raw material release, and stability studies in a cGMP environment. You will maintain data, write deviations, and support documentation.

The role requires knowledge of biological, cell-based assays, including flow cytometry, and operating specialized lab equipment. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant science is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge in biological, cell-based assays, including flow cytometry.
• Capable of completing methods/procedures and operating specialized lab equipment.
• In-depth understanding of cGMP principles and how to identify breaches and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Use extensive knowledge of defined SOPs & policies to make sound decisions.
• Record test results and maintain raw data accurately.
• Effectively present information and ideas, facilitating understanding among team members.
• Provide constructive suggestions for improving documentation and workflows.
• Dependable and excels in a collaborative team environment.
• Support the development of others through mentoring and training.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Biological assays

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field

Tools

Specialized lab equipment

Job description

Quality Control Analyst II - Cell Therapy

Location: This is an on-site position located in Pearland, TX.

Available shift: Wednesday through Saturday. 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM to ensure continuous quality control support. Shift differentials included weekends.

The purpose of this role is to perform Quality Control assays for product release of cell therapy products, Raw Material Release and Stability Studies. Maintain data and follow cGMP regulations including writing deviations and other Quality documentation.

Skill set includes (but is not limited to) demonstrated knowledge biological, cell-based assays, including flow cytometry.

What you will get:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do:

• Use extensive knowledge of defined SOPs & policies to make sound decisions.
• Record test results and maintain raw data accurately.
• Effectively present information and ideas, facilitating understanding among team members.
• Provide constructive suggestions for improving documentation and workflows.
• Dependable and excels in a collaborative team environment.
• Support the development of others through mentoring and training.

What we are looking for:

• Demonstrated knowledge in biological, cell-based assays, including flow cytometry required.
• Demonstrated ability to complete methods/procedures and operate specialized lab equipment.
• Perform tasks with strict adherence to cGMP and cGDP principles.
• Capable of maintaining and troubleshooting basic and specialized lab equipment.
• In-depth understanding of cGMP principles, with the ability to identify breaches and suggest corrective actions.
• Developing Subject Matter Expertise, recognized as a reliable information source by less experienced analysts.
• Proficient in using spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field.

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.

We’re looking for individuals who:

• 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.