Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three 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.
As a Scientist / Engineer, Research & Development at Lonza, you will join a dynamic and ambitious team dedicated to delivering world-class solutions to biomanufacturing challenges. Located in the beautiful Bend, OR, USA, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in life sciences. You will work alongside exceptionally hard-working colleagues, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and presenting results to drive innovation within the industry. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about science, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Completing experiments in a mammalian bioreactor setting
- Applying knowledge of biological, chemical, or engineering fundamentals including mass and energy conservation, heat and mass transfer, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and basic mathematical modeling
- Learning and understanding how to safely operate a range of unit operations and demonstrating proficiency for achieving quality results
- Maintaining an accurate and detailed laboratory notebook to document the execution and results of experiments
- Collaborating with computational science teams to improve data management tools
- Evaluating instruments, equipment, processes, and systems to improve safety, quality, and performance
- Communicating technical information to internal teams and clients through oral and written correspondence, presentations, and reports
- Preparing written documents such as technical memos, reports, and technology transfer documentation
- Leading the execution of basic lab functions and suggesting operational improvements to laboratory practices
Position Requirements:
- B.S. or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering or Bioengineering, or B.S. or equivalent experience in Cell or Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry
- Effective verbal and written communication abilities
- Growth mindset
- A strong drive to learn and contribute outside of your educational specialty
- Previous experience in a biology lab is preferred; previous experience with mammalian cell culture is desirable
- A bias towards collaboration
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.
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.