Facilities Coordinator - R&D

Facilities Coordinator – R&D

Location: Portsmouth, NH.

The R&D Facility Coordinator supports the smooth operation of our Process Innovation Center in Portsmouth, NH. This role plays a critical part in enabling the success of the Process Analytical Technologies (PAT) Center of Excellence by providing technical, procurement, and logistical support while ensuring the facility operates efficiently and safely.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Competitive compensation programs that reward high performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Access to our full list of global benefits: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do: 

• Coordinate warehouse operations, including consumables management, ordering, and inventory systems.
• Support procurement, installation, and maintenance of laboratory and office equipment.
• Manage CAPEX activities, including documentation, vendor coordination, and project execution.
• Oversee facility maintenance, utilities, and infrastructure (e.g., water systems, gas supply).
• Coordinate shipping, waste management, and vendor services.
• Partner with Engineering, EHS, and Procurement teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Act as a key contact for site visitors and support cross-functional communication.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges through collaborative problem-solving.

What we are looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences preferred.
• Advanced experience in operational or facility management environments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and proactively solve problems.
• Experience collaborating across technical and operational teams.
• Attention to detail with a forward-thinking mindset.
• Project management experience is a plus.

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.