Careers

Move your career forward.

We’re all in this together: the pursuit of new treatments that deliver on the promise of our partner’s assets, and make a world of difference for patients everywhere.

When you bring your talents to Abzena, you’ll be able to contribute to some of the most innovative development programs anywhere—collaborating with the brightest minds, sharing ideas, advancing knowledge and delivering real-world results.

Culture

We know what matters.

Integrity – operating with a strong moral compass

Transparency – communicating openly, always

Quality – excelling in everything we do

Expertise – bringing brilliant minds together

Innovation – pioneering new thinking and approaches

Collaboration – creating genuine partnerships

Diversity and inclusion – belonging, be who you are

Our Values

Quality Focus

We are committed to achieving quality excellence. This is not limited to quality compliance, but the quality of everything we do. Dedicated to quality of delivery, communications, and operations we work to ensure consistent high standards across the board.

Integrity

We pride ourselves on being honest, responsible, and delivering on our promises. We work to build real relationships with our partners, working with them as an extension of their team. We’re transparent in our communications and work collaboratively to progress projects as seamlessly as possible. A reliable partner you can count on.

Scientific Innovation

Our depth of scientific and technical expertise is the foundation for everything we do. Focused on finding the best solutions using the right technologies, we are continuously developing our offering to achieve the best project outputs.

Our team is forward thinking and committed to taking a unique approach to every project we take on ensuring we get vital medicines to patients as quickly as possible.

Why Choose Abzena?

We are Abzena. More than a CDMO, we are a responsible and dedicated partner that takes care of your products from concept to patient.

With extensive experience in developing biologics and bioconjugates, we offer a seamless service delivered by fully integrated teams, from early discovery to commercial manufacturing.

Forward-thinking and committed, we find the best solution and use the right technologies to design, develop and manufacture your products to ensure you get vital medicines to patients quickly and safely.

We are dedicated to quality excellence. We are driven to get better treatments to our partners’ patients, efficiently and responsibly by reducing timelines and delivering the highest quality products and services.

Benefits

Our Total Rewards program is designed to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

Competitive salaries and benefits will vary by country and are based on local standards.

Health Benefits – Robust and comprehensive

Retirement Schemes – 401k plan, (U.S), Workplace Pension (UK)

Education Assistance – Developing your skills and knowledge to pioneer new thinking

Employee Referral Program – Bonus opportunities for successfully referring brilliant minds

Life and Disability Plans – Life and AD&D insurance, short-and long-term disability

Paid Time Off – Offering holiday/vacation, bereavement, and jury duty paid leave opportunities

Flexible Work Arrangements – Tailoring your needs and your role

Colleague Spotlight

Clayton Lutzow, Director of Manufacturing at our Bristol, PA site

“Abzena competes in a consistently expanding and scientific-based industry. We operate in small teams comprised of intelligent and motivated individuals to provide quality drug development and manufacturing to our clients. The addition of each team member has proven to be impactful and expands our capabilities in an ever-changing industry. Each program that we work on has the potential to positively impact patient lives. Knowing that we could possibly improve the future of human health motivates us each day to do what we do.”

Dr Nicole Wakes, VP of Scientific Operations at our Cambridge, UK site

“Abzena is in an exciting phase of its growth trajectory, with expansion not only in terms of size but also in its capabilities. One of our primary focal points is the fusion of growth with efficiency. As we widen our footprint, it becomes imperative to maintain and even enhance operational effectiveness. This means that while we are scaling up to accommodate more projects and innovations, we are simultaneously implementing strategies to streamline processes. By doing so, we aim to ensure that our delivery timelines, quality standards, and innovation remain uncompromised.”

Fareed Mohammed, Head of Manufacturing at our Lusk Facility in San Diego, CA

“My work at Abzena gives me the pleasure of helping to make medicines that can transform the lives of patients. Through our customers’ products and Abzena’s technology, I fulfil my passion for helping others,” Fareed explains, emphasizing the fulfilment he finds in his work.

“Everything we do, we do for the patient,” he asserts, highlighting the deep sense of responsibility and commitment that guides the decisions he makes every day.

Michael Boylan, Lead Building Engineer at our Bristol, PA site

“I work with a lot of good people who are friendly and if you need a hand, they are willing to help you or teach you something that you’ve never done, I don’t know much about some of the equipment the scientists use and they always help when I needed a hand, ” shares Michael.

Colleague Spotlight - Dr Alena Nikolskaya, Associate Director, Analytical Methods Development at our Sorrento Valley facility in San Diego, CA

“I have been working at Abzena for almost four years now and I can honestly say that it has been a wonderful experience.

The supportive management and collaborative culture allowed me to grow both personally and professionally.

I feel motivated and valued every day, which makes it easy for me to bring my best to work as part of a team that values each member’s contributions.

I’m proud to be part of such an innovative and dynamic organization!”

Take your career in the right direction.

Abzena is always looking to add passionate, innovative people to our team. Find your next role.