Associate Scientist at US02 Lonza Biologics Inc. in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Job Description:

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.

The Associate Scientist’s core responsibilities involve the isolation and banking of human primary cells and the design and execution of various in vitro cell-based bioassays. As part of your role, good record keeping and skilled presentation of data will be essential. The role will involve leading multiple client projects as well as developing current and new bioassay platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting existing bioassay platforms to assess the immune response to a wide range of therapies (biologics, cell & gene therapies, small molecules, nucleic acids).


• Isolation, banking and characterization of human PBMC (peripheral blood mononuclear cells).


• Performing lab and area inspections to maintain high levels of quality and safety. Contribute to lab cleaning rotation and Operational Excellence initiatives.


• Effectively communicate with external customers and internal stakeholders across departments and sites.

Key Requirements:

• Degree in Biological Sciences/Biotechnology and/or relevant experience in an industrial lab environment


• 2+ years of Immunology cell line experience in a lab setting


• Strong knowledge of human immunology, primary cell culture and cell-based assays


• Familiar with some of the following techniques: flow cytometry, ELISpot/FluoroSpot, Luminex, ELISA and reporter gene assays


• A team player able to share knowledge with others and actively participate and lead scientific discussions with other members of the team and collaborators


• Able to work independently and diligently to an established plan, prioritize and work to tight deadlines.


• Excellent interpersonal skills, with good communication and attention to detail


• A demonstrable analytical approach to problem-solving

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.