Analytical Development Chemist Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

GLAXO WELLCOME MANUFACTURING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowance

On-the-job training

GSK culture exposure

Medical and insurance coverage

Job summary

GLAXO WELLCOME MANUFACTURING PTE LTD in Singapore invites fresh graduates and mid-career professionals to join its Attach and Train Programme (AnT), a 15-month structured on-the-job training within a world-leading biopharmaceutical environment. You'll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and industry-relevant skills.

The programme provides exposure to data supporting analytical methods, implementation of new testing technologies, and GMP-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or relevant science.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all data supporting the analytical method are accurate and able to take correct actions to address the issue.
• Contribute to the plans for the implementation of new testing technologies and methods.
• Able to understand and assess the change analytical assessment that may have an impact on product quality, validation and/or current GMP compliance.
• Lead or participate in investigation arising from laboratory investigation, incidents recommendations remedial actions for follow-up.
• Draft, review and update appropriate laboratory documents such as testing protocol, procedures, analytical methods and guidelines relating to GMP and operational framework of the laboratory.
• Updated with pharmacopeial and other health agencies guidelines.
• Ensures that all manufacturing raw materials / non-routine samples and products are analyzed and tested according to the stipulated quality requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Chemistry or relevant science

Job description

The Attach and Train Programme (AnT) is a structured talent development programme designed to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore’s advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry, supporting both current and future workforce needs.

As a trainee, you will go through a 15-month structured on-the-job training programme with GSK, gaining hands‑on experience, industry-relevant skills, and mentorship from experienced professionals in a world‑leading biopharmaceutical environment.

We welcome applications from both fresh graduates and mid‑career individuals who are passionate about developing a career in the biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

Due to the nature of the programme and its eligibility requirements, we can only consider Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

For more information, please visit: https://www.swda.gov.sg/home/individuals/attachment-placement-programmes/career-conversion-programmes-for-individuals

Role Description:

• Ensure all data supporting the analytical method are accurate and able to take correct actions to address the issue
• Contribute to the plans for the implementation of new testing technologies and methods
• Able to understand and assess the change analytical assessment that may have an impact on product quality, validation and/or current Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliance
• Lead or participate in investigation arising from laboratory investigation, incidents recommendations remedial actions for follow-up
• Draft, review and update appropriate laboratory documents such as testing protocol, procedures, analytical methods and guidelines relating to GMP and operational framework of the laboratory
• Updated with pharmacopeial and other health agencies guidelines
• Ensures that all manufacturing raw materials / non-routine samples and products are analyzed and tested according to the stipulated quality requirements

Education / Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry or relevant science

What you will learn:

• Interpersonal and influencing skills
• Team leadership
• Organizational skills
• Understand and adhere to any applicable safety requirements
• Ability to understand basic laboratory instrument technical mechanism and method troubleshooting
• Ability to guide laboratory analyst on method improvements and basic troubleshooting
• Ability to interact with inspectors (internal and external)
• Basic statistical mathematical skills
• Ability to organize work and handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a diverse team

What do we offer?

• Monthly training allowances (not subject to CPF contributions)
• On‑the‑job training while working with a diversified team of professionals
• Understand and experience the GSK Culture
• Implement technical knowledge and skills that you haveacquired
• Apply and develop soft skills such as interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills
• Employee benefits including medical and insurance coverage, leave entitlements and onsite cafeteria benefits
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locationsall acrossSingapore

Where will I be based?

You will be based at one of our manufacturing site in Singapore near Jurong.