QC Analyst II - Microbial Control (Night Shift)

Lonza•Portsmouth, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Quality Microbial Control team and play a key role in supporting the production and release of life-saving therapies. In this role, you will contribute to critical microbiological testing and ensure high-quality, timely results that support manufacturing and patient safety. 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

Associate’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
2–4 years of experience in a Quality Control or microbiology laboratory environment
Strong understanding of microbiological techniques and laboratory practices
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and solve moderately complex problems
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present and document results clearly
Proficiency with laboratory systems and Microsoft Office tools
Self-motivated team player with strong organizational skills and a commitment to quality and safety

Responsibilities

Perform microbiological testing to support in-process, lot release, and stability studies for drug products
Execute environmental, utility, and HVAC monitoring and sampling throughout the facility
Analyze and review microbiological assay data to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting
Apply company procedures and quality standards to complete a variety of laboratory tasks
Identify and assess deviations from standard practices, escalating issues as appropriate
Utilize laboratory systems and Microsoft tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis and reporting
Ensure compliance with data integrity principles, cGMP requirements, and internal quality policies