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# Core Technician I

- **Company:** Lonza, Inc.
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Operational Databases, Iq/oq/pq
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=38da1c0d3a9b0865

## About the Role

* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
 * Experience using aseptic techniques, cell culture methods, or laboratory procedures is preferred.
 * Ability to qualify for and work in a Class 10,000 cleanroom environment while following gowning requirements.
 * Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records in a regulated environment.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn manufacturing and quality systems.
 * Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
 * Effective written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

## Description

Join our team as a Core Technician I at Houston TX, supporting clinical-grade viral therapy production through hands-on aseptic manufacturing, cell culture, and purification in a GMP cleanroom environment to deliver life-changing medicines to patients on a 6-month contract.

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.
 * Competitive hourly rate.

What you will do:

 * Perform aseptic manufacturing activities, including cell culture, purification, formulation, and fill-finish operations for clinical-grade products.
 * Support GMP production processes by operating manufacturing equipment and following established procedures and quality standards.
 * Prepare buffers, media, and manufacturing components, including operating steam autoclave equipment.
 * Complete and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation, including batch records, specifications, forms, change controls, deviations, and standard operating procedures.
 * Execute cell banking and viral product processing activities while maintaining compliance with aseptic techniques and cleanroom practices.
 * Assist with equipment validation, manufacturing changeovers, process monitoring, troubleshooting, and production data collection.
 * Maintain cleanroom environments through stocking, set-up, organization, and adherence to GMP requirements.