Technologist 1

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Technologist 1 - Cell Banking
Slough, United Kingdom
Join Lonza's Cell Banking team and play a vital role in supporting the manufacture of life-changing therapies around the world. As a Technologist 1, you will use mammalian cell culture techniques within a GMP-regulated cleanroom environment to create and maintain cell banks that serve as the starting material for clinical and commercial biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
This 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.What you will get
* An agile career and dynamic working culture.
* An inclusive and ethical workplace.
* Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
* A comprehensive range of benefits dependent on role and location.
* Opportunities to develop technical expertise within a global biotechnology leader.
The full list of our global benefits can be found on the Lonza careers website.What you will do
* Perform mammalian cell culture activities using aseptic techniques to create and maintain GMP-compliant cell banks.
* Generate inoculum cultures through cell revival, subculture and pooling activities in a cleanroom environment.
* Complete batch records, logbooks and other GMP documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
* Prepare stock solutions and culture media, including aseptic filtration processes.
* Manage frozen cell bank inventories stored in liquid nitrogen systems.
* Support laboratory and facility operations by maintaining equipment, consumables and coordinating activities with cross-functional teams.
* Contribute to development reports, bank release activities, shipment coordination and other operational projects as required.What we are looking for
* A BSc degree in Cell Biology, Biotechnology or a related scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
* Practical experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic laboratory techniques.
* Understanding of GMP principles and working within regulated environments.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and records.
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Quality, Technical Services and other support functions.
* Flexibility to support weekend working on a rotating basis (approximately one weekend in five).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. 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.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now