Engineer III, Research & Development
About The Position
The actual location of this job is in Bend, Oregon, USA. 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. We are looking for a talented Engineer to join our R&D Strategic Innovation Accelerator team. In this role, you will help drive next-generation biomanufacturing solutions by designing scalable processes and solving complex technical challenges. This is a fully site-based role. Working together in person supports close, real-time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2–5 years of relevant experience in bioprocessing, cell culture, or process development
- Experience working with bioreactors and upstream process development
- Working knowledge of downstream processes such as chromatography, filtration, or purification
- Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with experimental design principles
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment and apply engineering concepts in a lab setting
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Responsibilities
- Design and execute experiments across upstream and downstream processes
- Operate and troubleshoot bioprocessing equipment, including bioreactors and purification systems
- Optimize mammalian cell culture conditions and evaluate process parameters
- Develop and implement automated workflows for experimental systems
- Analyze data to improve process performance and support technical decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex scientific challenges
- Communicate results clearly and contribute to ongoing process improvements
Benefits
- An agile career in a dynamic and innovation-focused environment
- The opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge biomanufacturing technologies
- A collaborative and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued
- Competitive compensation and recognition for high performance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and technical ownership
- Exposure to multidisciplinary teams and advanced R&D capabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
