Biotechnologist 1

Biotechnologist Pilot – Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Location: Slough, United Kingdom Join Lonza’s Pilot Operations team in Slough on a fixed-term contract and play a hands-on role in supporting biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. Working alongside experienced scientists and technical colleagues, you will help ensure pilot-scale operations run safely, efficiently and accurately, contributing to the processes that support the manufacture of medicines. This is a fully site-based, fixed-term contract 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.

About Lonza

• 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 value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

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Responsibilities

• Support pilot-scale manufacturing operations, working with the team to execute established upstream or downstream processing activities.
• Plan and coordinate daily tasks, helping ensure plant equipment, materials and resources are ready for batch execution.
• Prepare and maintain batch records, data forms and process documentation, ensuring information is accurate, complete and recorded in a timely manner.
• Coordinate the ordering and availability of raw materials and consumables, working closely with warehouse colleagues, scientists and the wider Pilot Operations team.
• Maintain laboratory and pilot plant areas to high standards of cleanliness, organisation and equipment care, following applicable quality, health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Check scientific data and batch documentation for accuracy, recognise unexpected results or discrepancies, and communicate concerns promptly to the relevant scientists.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities that help improve process efficiency, productivity and product yield while developing your technical expertise.

Requirements

• An interest in biotechnology, biological sciences or biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with a willingness to develop practical technical skills.
• You are working towards a degree or vocational qualification in biological sciences, biochemical engineering or a related discipline, or can demonstrate equivalent relevant skills and abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate scientific records.
• Confidence working with numerical data and recognising when results or information may require further investigation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with scientists and colleagues across a team.
• An organised, proactive approach to planning daily activities, managing materials and maintaining a clean, safe working environment.
• A positive attitude, eagerness to learn and commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace where collaboration and continuous learning are encouraged.
• Opportunities to develop your technical knowledge and practical skills in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced scientists and technical specialists.
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.
• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits .