Associate Scientist III - Biosafety Testing

Biopharma Careers; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopharma Careers seeks an Associate Scientist III – Biosafety Testing to support GMP operations in Molecular Biology and NGS areas. You will perform biosafety assays, prepare reagents, monitor stocks, and maintain equipment to ensure seamless workflow.

The role may include training junior staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to continuous lab improvements within a GMP framework.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Biological Sciences or higher in a related field.
• 3+ years in biologics or biopharmaceutical industry.
• 3+ years in regulated GMP environments.
• 2+ years in molecular biology, virology, or microbiology with troubleshooting ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform biosafety assays in Molecular Biology and NGS labs per SOPs.
• Maintain reagents, stock levels, and equipment to GMP standards.
• Train and mentor junior lab personnel as needed.
• Ensure accurate data management and documentation.

Skills

Molecular biology

NGS

GMP

Biologics

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences

Related life sciences degree

Tools

LIMS

Oracle

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

Reporting into the Lab Manager or Manager-Biosafety Testing, the Associate Scientist III – Biosafety Testing is responsible to perform a wide variety of routine tasks to support GMP operations and primarily focusses on Molecular Biology, NGS and BLAZAR work related to Biosafety Testing. Responsibilities include performing Biosafety assays in both Molecular Biology laboratories which required to characterize product, preparing and qualifying of reagents, monitoring stock levels, and conducting general equipment maintenance to sustain seamless workflow and optimal performance of laboratory equipment.

The Associate Scientist III may require to provide training and / or mentoring junior members of lab personnel. The ability to maintain effective working relationships with Scientists, Lab Scientists, support services, and laboratory personnel will be critical for success in this role.

Training will be provided upon onboarding to ensure you are train to qualify level before performing any routine testing.

What You Do:

• Works within the Molecular Biology and NGS laboratories following Standard Operating Procedures and compliance regulations.
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Compliance Regulations:Ensure all work is carried out according to established protocols and regulatory standards.
• Learning Management System:Ensure zero overdue LMS records,timelycomplete trainingrequiredto perform the assay or task.
• Timely Completion of Studies and Record Keeping:Complete routine and custom studies on time,maintainingaccuraterecords that meet scientific and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.
• Assay Validations:Perform validations of assays following relevant protocols.
• Document Control:MaintainSOPs, laboratory books, and forms, ensuring outdated versions are removed promptly. Review and improve working documents through document control processes.
• Stock Control and Procurement:Manage stock levels, order consumables, and handle procurement through designated systems.
• Laboratory Maintenance:Conduct housekeeping, equipment checks, and environmental and personnel monitoring to ensure compliance and safety.
• Health and Safety:Maintaina clean, tidy, and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety policies and procedures.
• Training and Mentoring:May require to trainand mentor newer or junior members of the lab personnel.
• Quality Audits and Regulatory Compliance:Participatein internal quality audits and regulatory audits asrequired.
• Audit Readiness:Maintaina constant state of readiness for audits across all laboratory areas.
• Protocol and SOP Development:Author laboratory protocols, SOPs, and workbooks for projects.
• Peer Review and Data Management: Conduct peer reviews of raw data records and ensureaccuratedata management practicesona timelymannner.
• Deviation/Discrepancies:Raise and progress deviation and Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) records promptly.
• Continuous Improvement:Proactivelyidentifyand implement improvements to laboratory processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Site or Global Initiatives:participatein site or global initiatives

Who You Are:

• Minimum Degree in Biological Sciences or higher qualification in relevant scientific subject
• 3 plus years of working experience in biologics or biopharmaceutical industry
• 3 plus years of working experience in a regulated environment (GMP or equivalent)
• 2 plus years of working experience in specific area of expertise (molecular biology, virology, microbiology/mycoplasma) with demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot
• Quality mindset and good understanding of GMP
• Demonstratable experience in implementing projects to set-up/improve lab processes/systems

Knowledge and Skills:

• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• Capability on problem solving and planning skills
• ERP experience is an asset (Oracle / SAP/ LIMS/ Trackwise)
• Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Adheres to safety SOPs and follows safe work practices
• Always ensures a safe and healthy work environment
• Team player, proactive and willing to take ownership

Behaviours:

• Obsessed with Customers and Patients: Improve lives, act ethically, ensure quality and create customer value
• Be Curious and Innovate Boldly:Anticipate opportunities, be entrepreneurial, go digital and apply technology
• Act as the Owner: Be open minded, work with agility, unlock creativity and implement change
• Simplify and Act with Urgency: Give feedback, drive performance, be efficient, take responsibility
• Disagree openly, Decide and Deliver: Include others, build networks, teamwork and think global
• Raise the Bar: Develop talents, foster potential, give vision and share emotions

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!