Senior Microbiologist – Pharma & Biotech (Bend, OR)

Lonza Group Ltd.; Bend (OR); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional growth and career develop

Collaborative team environment

Competitive compensation programs

Ability to help bring therapies to患者

Job summary

Lonza Pharma & Biotech in Bend, Oregon is seeking an Experienced Microbiologist to contribute to development and manufacturing of therapies in a highly regulated lab.

You will design microbiology testing methods, support release activities, and lead environmental monitoring to minimize contamination, while maintaining equipment and documenting procedures. This role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to cGMP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field.
• Experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech regulated lab environment.
• Knowledge of microbiological techniques (bioburden, sterility, endotoxin).
• Experience with environmental monitoring in cleanrooms/manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design, validate, and transfer microbiological testing methods per regulatory and quality standards.
• Support testing and release activities for materials and products.
• Lead environmental monitoring and data analysis to reduce contamination risks.
• Maintain, qualify, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment for reliable results.
• Prepare and review technical documents (protocols, procedures, reports).
• Support audit readiness and represent microbiology during inspections.
• Mentor colleagues and drive continuous improvement in the lab.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Quality mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Job description

Lonza Pharma & Biotech in Bend, Oregon is seeking an Experienced Microbiologist to contribute to development and manufacturing of therapies in a highly regulated lab.

You will design microbiology testing methods, support release activities, and lead environmental monitoring to minimize contamination, while maintaining equipment and documenting procedures. This role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and adherence to cGMP standards.