Quality Control Analyst II, Cell Therapy (PM Shift)

Lonza; Pearland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

PTO

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Quality Control Analyst II for the Cell Therapy unit on the 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM shift. This on-site role supports product release testing, raw material release, and stability studies with cGMP documentation.

The candidate will perform flow cytometry and other cell-based assays, record results, and contribute to quality improvements. The role requires a Bachelor's in a relevant science field, strong data handling, and the ability to work in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field.
• Experience with biological cell-based assays and flow cytometry.
• Work in a cGMP environment and document deviations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot standard and specialized lab equipment.
• Record results accurately and manage raw data.

Responsibilities

• Use SOPs to make sound decisions.
• Record test results and maintain raw data.
• Present information clearly to team members.
• Suggest improvements to documentation and workflows.
• Mentor and train colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively in a team.

Skills

Biological assays

Flow cytometry

Data handling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field

Tools

Lab equipment

Job description

Quality Control Analyst II, Cell Therapy (PM Shift)

United States, Houston (Texas)

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

Available shift: 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM to ensure continuous quality control support. Shift differentials included for night shift and 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.