QC Analyst I – Environmental Monitoring (Cell Therapy, 2nd Shift)

Location: Portsmouth, NH, USA.

Schedule: 2nd Shift, 1:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Wednesday – Saturday

Are you looking to launch a meaningful career in the life sciences? As a QC Analyst I supporting our Cell Therapy asset, you are the front-line guardian of a highly sensitive manufacturing environment. Because Cell Therapy involves handling patient-derived cells that cannot be sterilized at the end of the process, your work in microbial control is the final line of defense. This is an entry-level role designed for a reliable, motivated individual who wants to master the technical skills of Quality Control while supporting one-of-a-kind, life-saving treatments.

What You’ll Get

• Mission-Driven Work: Every sample you take and every test you run directly ensures the safety of a customized treatment for a specific patient.

• A Career Launchpad: We provide comprehensive training in cGMP, Data Integrity, and Aseptic Environmental Monitoring—foundational skills that are the gold standard of the biotech industry.

• Predictable & Balanced Schedule: Our 4x10 schedule (Wednesday – Saturday) means you work four focused days and enjoy three consistent days off every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.

• Full Lonza Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and performance-based incentives. lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What You’ll Do

• Cell Therapy Support: Execute routine HVAC and Utility sampling throughout our specialized Cell Therapy suites to ensure a pristine environment for patient-cell processing.

• Testing Execution: Run microbial test samples for In-Process, Lot Release, and ongoing customer Stability studies.

• Laboratory Operations: Utilize specialized laboratory computer systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to track and manage critical environmental data.

• Data Integrity: Apply rigorous Data Integrity principles to all work, ensuring that every record is accurate, complete, and compliant with Lonza’s global policies.

• Deviation Awareness: Work on semi-routine assignments where you will learn to recognize any environmental deviations and escalate them immediately to protect the integrity of the cell therapy batch.

• Collaborative Support: Act as a dedicated member of the Microbial Control team, providing on-time, high-quality results to meet the fast-paced demands of our Cell Therapy manufacturing schedule.

Who We’re Looking For

• The "Driven Starter": You are reliable, punctual, and eager to learn. You understand that in Cell Therapy, there is no room for error, and you take pride in doing a job correctly every time.

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate’s Degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a related Science field is preferred.

• Experience: This is an Entry-Level (0–4 years) role. We value your desire to learn and your commitment to quality over prior industry experience.

• Technical Mindset: Strong ability to follow complex instructions and a high attention to detail. You should be comfortable interpreting data (both independently and with guidance).

• Communication & Reliability: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Since this role supports our 2nd shift (Wednesday–Saturday), we need a team player who is committed to their schedule and arriving on time.

• Commitment to Safety: A proactive mindset regarding safety and a willingness to take responsibility for the well-being of yourself and your coworkers.

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. Lonza is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Ready to protect the future of personalized medicine? Apply now.