Microbiologist

Microbiologist

Greenwood, SC

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Based at our Greenwood, SC site, you will support microbiology testing that ensures the quality and safety of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products across our capsule and ingredients businesses.

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.
• The full list of our global benefits can also be found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Perform, analyze, and interpret microbiological testing for raw materials, in-process samples, finished products, and stability studies.
• Prepare, maintain, and calculate stock cultures.
• Conduct microbial identification and growth promotion testing.
• Support investigations and validation activities in collaboration with Senior Microbiologists.
• Calibrate, verify, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform environmental monitoring of air, surfaces, personnel, and water.
• Contribute to special projects, continuous improvement efforts, and laboratory housekeeping.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, or a related field.
• Experience with standard laboratory equipment such as balances, ovens, pH meters, incubators, autoclaves, and laminar-flow hoods.
• Familiarity with microbial identification systems (such as Vitek) is helpful.
• Strong proficiency with word processing, database, and statistical software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work a standard 40‑hour week, with occasional additional hours, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.