QC Specialist III-Stability

Lonza Group Ltd.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Medical insurance

Career growth

Cross-functional exposure

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a QC Specialist III - Stability in Portsmouth, NH. You will manage stability studies from setup through completion in a GMP environment and serve as primary stability contact with customers, delivering updates through the study lifecycle.

The role emphasizes collaboration with QC, QA, Program Management and Operations, ensuring timely delivery. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with opportunities for professional development in a dynamic, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience managing stability studies within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech environment.
• Strong knowledge of stability protocols, reports, controlled documentation, and quality systems.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage stability studies from setup through completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery
• Partner with customers as a primary stability contact and provide updates throughout the study lifecycle
• Develop, review, and maintain stability protocols, reports, and GMP documentation
• Coordinate testing activities, sample management, and study timelines with internal and external partners
• Collaborate with QC, QA, Program Management, and Operations teams to support customer programs
• Support investigations, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to the development of stability best practices across the organization

Skills

Stability studies leadership

GMP compliance

Customer communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate's in Life Sciences

Bachelor's in Life Sciences

Job description

Job Title: QC Specialist III - Stability Location: Portsmouth, NH (On-site) As a QC Specialist III - Stability, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of life-changing therapies through the management of stability programs in a GMP environment. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of stability studies from setup through final reporting while partnering with customers and collaborating across Quality, Program Management, and Operations teams. This role follows a Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM schedule.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A collaborative environment with broad cross-functional exposure
• The opportunity to support the delivery of life-changing therapies

What you will do:

• Manage stability studies from setup through completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery
• Partner with customers as a primary stability contact and provide updates throughout the study lifecycle
• Develop, review, and maintain stability protocols, reports, and GMP documentation
• Coordinate testing activities, sample management, and study timelines with internal and external partners
• Collaborate with QC, QA, Program Management, and Operations teams to support customer programs
• Support investigations, change controls, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to the development of stability best practices across the organization

What we are looking for:

• Experience managing stability studies within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry
• Strong knowledge of stability protocols, reports, controlled documentation, and quality systems
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with customers and cross-functional teams
• Experience coordinating multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in Quality Control, Stability, or other regulated laboratory environments preferred

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, 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.