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This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of biopharmaceutical research, supporting the development of technologies that help bring new medicines to patients.\nWorking pattern: This is a fully site-based, 37.5-hour-per-week role, working five days from Thursday to Monday, including both weekend days. Working hours are 7.5 hours per day, with an 8.5-hour daily attendance period including a paid one-hour lunch break. An additional Shift premium is provided to recognise the weekend working pattern.\nThis is a fully site-based 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.\nWhat you will get:\nAn agile career and dynamic working culture.\nAn inclusive and ethical workplace.\nCompensation programs that recognise high performance, including an additional stipend for the weekend working pattern.\nOpportunities to develop your scientific expertise and work with innovative technologies.\nA variety of benefits dependent on role and location.\nThe full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.\nWhat you will do:\nContribute to the execution of expression vector and mammalian cell line development activities, supporting multiple research and development projects.\nPerform routine and fed-batch mammalian CHO cell culture, ensuring consistent and reliable experimental execution.\nOperate, maintain and support the improvement of automated equipment and workflows, including the ambr15 and cell screening platforms, working collaboratively with colleagues.\nCarry out sample analysis using analytical instrumentation, including HPLC and Octet systems, to generate high-quality experimental data.\nIndependently plan and execute laboratory activities following training, demonstrating flexibility, initiative and sound scientific judgement.\nMaintain accurate, timely and high-quality laboratory records, and prepare presentations and datasets to communicate experimental results, progress and future plans to project teams.\nKeep up to date with relevant scientific literature and contribute ideas and opinions to scientific discussions, supporting the development of new technologies and collaboration across multiple research teams.\nWhat we are looking for:\nA degree in a relevant life sciences discipline, such as Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry or a related subject.\nExperience in mammalian cell culture, ideally including CHO cell culture and routine or fed-batch processes.\nExperience with analytical techniques and instrumentation such as HPLC and Octet would be advantageous.\nAn interest in laboratory automation and high-throughput workflows, with experience using platforms such as ambr15 or cell screening systems desirable.\nStrong organisational skills, with the ability to manage laboratory activities independently and prioritise tasks effectively.\nExcellent attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate scientific records and communicate experimental findings clearly.\nA collaborative and proactive approach, with the flexibility to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and contribute to scientific discussions.\nAbout Lonza\nAt 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 to be part of.\nInnovation 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.\nReady to shape the future of life sciences? 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