QC Technologist

Lonza; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company based in Slough is seeking a QC Technologist to support scientific projects by generating and analyzing laboratory data. This role includes performing experimental work, maintaining equipment, and contributing to investigations as needed. Ideal candidates will have strong numerical skills, laboratory experience, and a strong commitment to quality. Join a culture that values diverse perspectives and collaboration, helping turn innovative ideas into viable therapies.

Benefits

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive workplace

Recognized performance compensation

Variety of benefits depending on role and location

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory methods and practices is essential.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills required.
• Commitment to high-quality work and high standards.

Responsibilities

• Support scientific projects through data generation and analysis.
• Perform experimental work with supervision and complete tasks on time.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Knowledge and experience of laboratory methods

Strong numerical skills

Desire to learn and develop

Understanding of team goals

Ability to make informed decisions

Focus on customer needs

Persistence and motivation

Job description

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 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.

We have an exciting opportunity for a QC Technologist is to support scientific projects by generating, analyzing, and documenting laboratory data from experimental work. As you develop your skills and experience, you will take increasing ownership of the laboratory environment and its day‑to‑day operations.

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location
• Perform experimental work with supervision
• Plan and complete assigned tasks within required timelines
• Collect data, review routine results, and contribute to data tables
• Support troubleshooting and out‑of‑specification investigations as needed
• Maintain laboratory equipment, methods, and general housekeeping
• Complete stock checks for reagents and consumables
• Follow company policies, departmental practices, and regulatory requirements

What we are looking for

• Knowledge and experience of laboratory methods
• Strong numerical skills and basic awareness of statistics
• A desire to learn and develop through hands‑on experience
• An understanding of how your work supports wider team goals
• The ability to make informed, timely decisions within your role
• A focus on customer needs and delivering high‑quality results
• Persistence, motivation, and a commitment to high standards

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.