Job Title: Biotechnologist I
Location: Portsmouth, NH
As a Biotechnologist I at our Portsmouth site, you will support the production of therapeutic proteins that help improve the lives of patients around the world. You will work as part of a team to operate equipment, follow procedures, and ensure products are manufactured safely and to the highest quality standards. This role is based onsite, where working in person supports collaboration and the precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
This role follows a 12-hour day shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a rotating schedule of alternating days: two on, two off, three on, two off, two on, three off (repeating cycle).
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
Opportunities to grow and develop your career
A collaborative and supportive team environment
What you will do
Set up, operate, and monitor production equipment, including CIP and SIP processes
Execute manufacturing processes by following SOPs and good documentation practices
Perform laboratory tasks such as pH testing, conductivity testing, and product sampling
Move and transfer materials across production areas safely and accurately
Maintain equipment and facilities through routine cleaning and sanitization
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and support documentation review
Participate in shift handovers, meetings, and continuous improvement activities
What we are looking for
High school diploma or equivalent required; AS or BS in a science-related field preferred
Experience in manufacturing or regulated environments; GMP experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to solve problems and make decisions using logic and critical thinking
Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office
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.
Lonza is a pioneer and world leader in the CDMO industry, setting the pace with cutting-edge science, smart technology, and lean manufacturing. United by a common purpose, we turn our customers’ breakthrough innovations into viable therapies and manufacture the medicines of tomorrow.
Founded in Switzerland in 1897, our company is the first and original CDMO, and today we are more dynamic, agile and forward-focused than ever before. As one of the largest Western CDMOs, we bring together a global team of around 18,500 colleagues across five continents to deliver comprehensive, integrated solutions for our customers' complex needs.
For our customers and their patients, we bring quality, safety and reliability to bring life-enhancing and life-saving treatments to market at speed and at scale. For our colleagues, we strive to create a sense of belonging and inclusion where every person can thrive and bring their best.
