Principal Scientist

Biocon; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Gym access

Career advancement

Meal benefits

Job summary

Biocon in Malaysia is seeking a highly qualified leader to drive pilot-scale operations and support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing. The role emphasizes data-driven investigations, process improvements, and strict compliance with GMP, EHS, and documentation standards.

You will mentor teams and coordinate cross-functional activities to ensure successful project delivery. The position requires advanced degrees and extensive experience in process development, technology transfer, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Data Science).
• Master’s degree in a relevant field with relevant industry experience (e.g., process development, technology transfer, manufacturing support).
• Strong knowledge of GMP, technology transfer, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pilot scale planning and execution, equipment and infrastructure maintenance.
• Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing and draft transfer documents.
• Plan and coordinate experimental studies for troubleshooting to support manufacturing operations.
• Oversee people management and training to improve team performance.
• Ensure EHS compliance and conduct internal/external audits and ALCOA documentation.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Data analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Ph.D.

MSc/Master’s in relevant field

Tools

Statistical tools

Job description

Responsible for leading pilot-scale operations, coordinating cross-functional teams, and supporting technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing. Drives experimental studies, data-driven investigations, and process improvements using statistical tools. Drafts and reviews CPV protocols and reports to ensure ongoing process control. Ensures compliance with GMP, EHS, and documentation standards while fostering team development and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Coordinate the pilot scale planning & execution, equipment and infrastructure maintenance.
• 2. Coordinate within the team, inter-functional and inter-departmental activities for successful completion.
• 3. Support technology transfer activity from R&D to manufacturing including drafting technology transfer documents and coordinate/participate in CFT discussions.
• 4.Perform, plan and coordinate experimental studies as part of investigation and troubleshooting to support manufacturing operations.
• 5. Involve in people management to perform the tasks through effective planning, guiding and review activities for completion.
• 6. Identify opportunities for personnel and team development to realise efficient performance of the team through training and development activities.
• 7. Influential in conflict management within team, if any and effective utilisation of resource.
• 8. Improve performance of team and training identification for team continuously to achieve targets.
• 9. Gain knowledge on the subject for an employee based on his/her job profile such as (not limited to) Basics of cGMP, GDP, Data Integrity, GLP, Microbiology, or any other GxP Training, as applicable.
• 10. Employees who are involved in GMP activities should undergo a mandatory cGMP training.
• 11. Ensure that all mandatory basic training is completed once in a year.
• 12. To ensure that all documentation is accurate, timely, legible, complete and permanent (ALCOA principle).
• 13. Ensure adherence of safe work practices in R&D and interface with EHS team for respective meetings, training, addresals, implementation and compliance
• 14. Facilitate and address EHS internal & external audit requirements.
• 15. Systemize and Manage biowaste and schedule waste in R&D
• 16. Ensure compliance and document control for Safety related activities
• 17. Identify required EHS training need for the R&D employees and ensure compliance.
• 18. Manage proper chemical handling and storage in R&D

Requirements

• - Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Data Science)
• - Master’s degree in a relevant field with relevant industry experience (e.g., process development, technology transfer, manufacturing support)
• - Strong knowledge of GMP, technology transfer, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination

About The Benefits

At Biocon, you’ll receive a competitive salary and a robust benefits package—medical, dental, and insurance coverage that extends to you and your family. Enjoy annual and casual leave, complimentary duty meals, access to an in-house gym/sports room, and exceptional opportunities for career advancement.