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Cell Culture Process Engineer

Bend, OR · On-site

We are looking for a talented Cell Culture Process Engineer to join our R&D Strategic Innovation Accelerator team. In this role, you will help drive next-generation biomanufacturing solutions by ...

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Cell Culture Process Engineer

Bend, OR • On-site

Lonza
Biotechnology Research and Development • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 23 days ago

Lonza rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

The actual location of this job is in Bend, Oregon, USA.
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five 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.
We are looking for a talented Cell Culture Process Engineer to join our R&D Strategic Innovation Accelerator team. In this role, you will help drive next-generation biomanufacturing solutions by designing scalable processes and solving complex technical challenges.
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 in a dynamic and innovation-focused environment
  • The opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge biomanufacturing technologies
  • A collaborative and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued
  • Competitive compensation and recognition for high performance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and technical ownership
  • Exposure to multidisciplinary teams and advanced R&D capabilities

What you will do
  • Drive innovation in bioprocess development by designing and executing experiments in a state-of-the-art mammalian bioreactor lab environment.
  • Apply scientific and engineering expertise to solve complex challenges using principles of cell biology, biochemistry, mass and energy transfer, and process modeling.
  • Gain hands-on experience with advanced bioprocessing technologies while developing proficiency in bioreactor lab operations, specialized equipment, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with a variety of cross-functional teams to drive impactful innovation across biomanufacturing subspecialties
  • Champion continuous improvements by evaluating equipment, workflow processes, and laboratory systems to drive our lab culture of valuing safety, rigor, and efficiency.
  • Communicate technical insights and project outcomes through presentations, reports, and interactions with internal stakeholders and clients.
  • Take ownership of laboratory operations, leading routine lab activities, maintaining high-quality records, and contributing to technology transfer and process advancement initiatives.

What we are looking for
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience in bioprocessing, cell culture, or process development
  • Experience working with bioreactors and upstream process development
  • Working knowledge of downstream processes such as chromatography, filtration, or purification
  • Strong data analysis skills and familiarity with experimental design principles
  • Ability to troubleshoot equipment and apply engineering concepts in a lab setting
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively

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 offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 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.

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