Biotechnologist I (Days - B Shift)

Lonza•Portsmouth, NH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our 2k Downstream team on the Day Shift (7 AM – 7 PM). In this role, you will be a key contributor to the purification process, transforming raw cell culture into life-saving medicine through advanced filtration and chromatography techniques. Schedule: Shift: Rotational Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Pattern: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off (repeating cycle) See what a role at Lonza (Portsmouth, NH) looks like—watch this short video! 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 Downstream Operations: Set up and operate purification equipment, including large-scale chromatography columns and ultrafiltration/diafiltration (UFDF) systems. Purification Execution: Execute precise process recipes to isolate and purify proteins, ensuring the final product meets strict customer specifications. Sterility & Maintenance: Perform Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) operations for all downstream vessels and flow paths to ensure a sterile production environment. Technical Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve routine equipment and process variances, escalating complex issues to shift leadership 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 transfer and preparation of buffers and chemicals required for the purification process. 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 protein purification, filtration, or chromatography 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 AM – 7 PM rotational day shift in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with the Upstream 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent is required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field is preferred.
A commitment to following complex written instructions and maintaining meticulous records.
Ability to work the 7 AM – 7 PM rotational day shift in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with the Upstream team and participating in shift handovers.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with protein purification, filtration, or chromatography is a plus, but a strong mechanical aptitude and a desire to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate purification equipment, including large-scale chromatography columns and ultrafiltration/diafiltration (UFDF) systems.
Execute precise process recipes to isolate and purify proteins, ensuring the final product meets strict customer specifications.
Perform Clean-in-Place (CIP) and Steam-in-Place (SIP) operations for all downstream vessels and flow paths to ensure a sterile production environment.
Identify and resolve routine equipment and process variances, escalating complex issues to shift leadership as needed.
As a Level II professional, provide guidance and foundational training to early-career associates on the shift.
Review batch records and logbooks in real-time, adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and ensuring all activities meet cGMP standards.
Coordinate the transfer and preparation of buffers and chemicals required for the purification process.