Research Associate II

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, theres 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 thats the kind of work we want to be part of.

Lonza is currently seeking an experienced Research Associate II to join their team in Houston, TX.

POSITION: Research Associate II

JOB LOCATION : 14905 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77584

DUTIES: Support the development and execution of manufacturing processes for current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) within the cell therapy development matrix. Interact with new or existing cell therapy clients to document and transfer new processes to Lonza sites in order to communicate and present work in meetings. Contribute scientific and engineering expertise towards the design and development of new process ideas that support client product concepts. Support the use of cellular, biochemical, and molecular techniques on characterization cell therapy products, including cell culture, nucleic acid extraction, real-time qPCR/RT-PCR, ddPCR, flow cytometry, and microscopy. Maintain detailed records, experimental data, and protocols following Lonzas best documentation practices. Prepare data summaries and data reports. Work with lead scientists to communicate and summarize results for meetings, written reports, and presentations. Provide technical support in analytical method optimization, qualification, and transfer to QC following. Perform common laboratory maintenance and maintain stock of lab supplies and reagents in support of ongoing programs. Comply with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelors degree, or foreign equivalent degree, in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Biomedical Engineering and requires experience, course work and/or project experience supporting the use of cellular, biochemical, and molecular techniques for expansion and characterization of cell therapy products, including cell culture, nucleic acid extraction, real-time qPCR/RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and microscopy; and preparing data summaries and data reports.

Every day, Lonzas 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.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.