Analytical Development Chemist Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

gsk; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowance

On-the-job training

GSK culture and environment

Technical skills development

Soft skills development

Medical and insurance coverage

Job summary

GSK in Singapore offers the Attach and Train Programme (AnT), a 15-month structured on-the-job training designed to build a pipeline of skilled professionals for Singapore's advanced biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector.

As a trainee, you will gain hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to GMP, analytical methods and laboratory document control at a world‑leading site near Jurong. The programme welcomes Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a relevant field is required.
• GMP knowledge and laboratory documentation experience are preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data supporting analytical methods is accurate and actionable.
• Contribute to plans for new testing technologies and methods.
• Able to assess changes impacting product quality and GMP compliance.
• Lead or participate in investigations and follow-up remedial actions.
• Draft and update laboratory documents and guidelines related to GMP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

GMP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Documentation systems

Job description

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

As a trainee, you will go through a15-month structured on-the-job trainingprogrammewith 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 Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) 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 / Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or relevant field of study

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.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact [e-mail]. Please note this email is for adjustment requests only; for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels.

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