Lonza
Biotechnologist II (Nights - A Shift)
Biotechnologist II – Upstream (2k Asset)
Location: Portsmouth, NH, USA.
Join our 2k Upstream team on the Night Shift (7 PM – 7 AM). In this role, you will be a key contributor to the cell culture process, growing and maintaining the living cells used to produce life-saving medicines through advanced bioreactor operations.
Schedule
Shift: Rotational Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Pattern: 2 days on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle)
Orientation: Your first 2-week orientation and training period will be held on the day shift.
Differentials: Night and weekend shifts include additional pay.
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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. Our full list of global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.
What you will do
Upstream Operations: Set up and operate 2,000-liter bioreactors and support equipment, including seed-train vessels and benchtop systems.
Cell Culture Execution: Execute precise process recipes for inoculation, feeding, and harvest, ensuring optimal cell growth and health.
Sterility & Maintenance: Perform Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) operations for all upstream vessels and media lines to maintain a contamination-free environment.
Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve routine equipment and process variances (e.g., pH or dissolved oxygen fluctuations), escalating complex issues as needed.
Mentorship: As a Level II professional, provide guidance and foundational training to early-career associates on the shift.
Quality & Compliance: Review batch records and logbooks in real-time, adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and ensuring all activities meet cGMP standards.
Material Management: Coordinate the preparation and transfer of media and supplements required for the production run.
What we are looking for
Experience Levels: While we are specifically seeking a Level II professional with 1–3 years of biotech experience, we will entertain all levels of experience. We encourage both foundational candidates and advanced professionals to apply.
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent is required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field is preferred.
Technical Skillset: Familiarity with mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique, or bioreactor operations is a plus, but a strong mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn are essential.
Detail-Oriented: A commitment to following complex written instructions and maintaining meticulous records.
Schedule: Ability to work the 7 PM – 7 AM rotational night shift in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.
Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with the Downstream team and participating in shift handovers.
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? Apply now.