Quality Control Analyst I – Microbial Control

US02 Lonza Biologics Inc.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career growth and development

Hands-on training and skill-building

Collaborative laboratory environment

Job summary

Lonza Group Ltd. in Portsmouth, NH seeks a Quality Control Analyst I – Microbial Control (Night) to perform microbiological testing on in-process and final product samples, support environmental monitoring, and ensure timely, compliant data handling.

This on-site role operates on a Sunday-Wednesday night schedule (7:30 PM–5:30 AM) with hands-on lab work and strong cross-team collaboration. You’ll work under cGMP standards, document results, and participate in routine lab activities while

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or related science.
• GMP or regulated laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong data interpretation and trend identification skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing for in-process, release, and stability samples.
• Support environmental and utility monitoring, including HVAC and facility sampling.
• Review and document test results in accordance with GMP and data integrity standards.
• Use laboratory systems and software to record and manage data.
• Identify deviations and support investigations when results fall outside expected ranges.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, and data integrity requirements in all tasks.

Education

Associate’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related science field

Job description

Quality Control Analyst I – Microbial Control (Night)

Location: Portsmouth, NH, (On-site)

As a QC Analyst in Microbial Control at our Portsmouth site, you will support the testing of in-process and final product samples to ensure the safety and quality of drug products. You will perform microbiological testing, support environmental and utility monitoring, and deliver accurate results to meet manufacturing timelines. This role is based onsite, where hands-on laboratory work and collaboration are essential to maintaining quality and compliance with cGMP standards. This position follows a Sunday-Wednesday schedule, with working hours from 7:30 PM to 5:30 AM.

What you will get:

• Competitive pay and performance-based compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Hands-on training and skill-building
• A collaborative and team-focused laboratory environment
• Night shift pay differential

What you will do:

• Perform microbiological testing for in-process, release, and stability samples
• Support environmental and utility monitoring, including HVAC and facility sampling
• Review and document test results in accordance with GMP and data integrity standards
• Use laboratory systems and software to record and manage data
• Identify deviations and support investigations when results fall outside expected ranges
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, and data integrity requirements in all tasks
• Participate in routine lab activities, including sample handling and documentation

What we are looking for:

• Associate’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related science field
• Experience in a GMP or regulated laboratory environment preferred
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends or deviations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skillsPrior laboratory experience, familiar with aseptic techniques and strong documentation practices, preferred
• Comfortable working in cleanroom environments, including performing physical tasks such as climbing ladders when needed

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.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences?

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.