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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. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

The role:

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join Lonza AG as a Biotechnologist within our vibrant Manufacturing team based at the Slough office.

At Lonza, our dedication to growth and excellence drives everything we do. This position plays a vital role in our mission to develop and deliver top-quality pharmaceutical products. As a Biotechnologist, you’ll be at the cutting edge of innovation, contributing to the production of life-saving drug substances that have a real impact on patients’ lives.

This role is perfect for someone eager to launch their career in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and gain valuable experience working within a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)-regulated environment.

Key responsibilities: Operate and control a variety of pharmaceutical equipment and processes.

Supporting customer and regulatory audits as and when requested.

Manufacture drug substances according to GMP standards.

Participate in key safety training sessions.

Apply and complete GMP documentation - right first time.

Following procedures for sampling and testing.

Actively communicate and collaborate with various functional areas to champion strong working relationships.

Engage in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and resolution to ensure perfect operations.

Ensure the safety management system is updated accordingly with events.

Key requirements: Previous experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably within a GMP environment, is highly desirable..

An exciting in understand the use of eg. Bioreactors, chromatography columns or general pharmaceutical equipment.

Good problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve root causes and implement effective solutions.

Outstanding communication skills for effective collaboration across teams.

Ambitious approach with a dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference

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