Biotechnologist

GlaxoSmithKline Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global biopharma company in Singapore is seeking a Biotechnologist to support production operations in a manufacturing facility. This role involves adherence to quality, safety, and compliance standards while optimizing capacity and efficiency in processes. Candidates should have a degree in Biotechnology or a related field, with preferred experience in regulated industries. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential. The company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and fostering talent.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biotechnology or related field is required.
• Experience in regulated industries like Biologics or Pharmaceuticals preferred.
• Good communication and documentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the set-up of production operations in a manufacturing facility.
• Optimize capacity and resources for efficiency.
• Adhere to cGMP and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Quality mindset

Basic IT skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint)

Basic knowledge of cGMP

Education

Degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Life Science or related field

Job description

Site Name

Singapore - Tuas

Posted Date

Jan 30 2026

The Biotechnologist will support the set-up of the end-to-end production operations within the manufacturing facility so as to achieve productivity targets and objectives in a reliable, efficient and cost-effective manner, and meeting Quality and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) regulations and other regulatory standards.

This role reports to the Shift Supervisor and will support them in any other tasks assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations: support the set-up of the end-to-end production operations within the future manufacturing facility, including preparation and supply of media, buffers and materials and manufacturing of intermediates and drug substance.
• Optimize capacity and manufacturing resources for sustained efficiency in process.
• Adhere to cGMP and safety requirements.
• Meet project milestones and deliverables, e.g., participate in commissioning and qualification activities, small equipment sourcing, material introduction, collate process information for detailed design, and design relevant documents such as SOP, checklist, OJT and WRA.
• Identify areas for improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned by N+1.
• Planning / Scheduling: adhere to project timeline and assist Lead Biotechnologist / Shift Supervisor in detailed team operations planning.
• Training & Development: ensure training in current effective SOP and OJT, engage N+1 to discuss personal development and follow up on agreed development plan.
• Quality: comply with IOQ, commissioning protocol, SOP, batch record requirements, review documentation, participate in deviation investigation and CAPA, participate in cGMP self-inspections.
• Reporting / Documentation: operate key computer applications related to equipment used for production environment, ensure all documentation is correctly recorded and cGMP complied and maintained, maintain clear communication with N+1 and colleagues, participate in development and generation of production checklists, SOPs, validation protocols and regular reviews and updates of these documents.
• Technology Transfer: participate in new technology and/or new process transfer.
• Security / Safety / Environment: awareness and adherence to site safety procedure, ensure safe operations on the field, identify and report safety issues, maintain proper housekeeping, participate in Safety Inspections and Workplace Risk Assessment.
• Interface with Other Department / Team: coordinate with department colleagues to ensure timely supplies of materials and buffers, support calibration / maintenance activities, open communication on sampling requirements to QC, establish good working relationship with QA, QC, TS to ensure smooth operations.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Life Science or related field.
• Experience in Biologics, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Food or other regulated industry preferred.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Quality mindset and disciplined.
• Basic IT skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint).
• Basic knowledge of cGMP.

Fermentation Biotechnologist

• Aseptic Operations, Basic microbiology knowledge, Operations of Fermenter and Harvest Vessel, Centrifuge, Grinder, Clarification, Ultrafiltration.

Purification Biotechnologist

• Operations of Chromatography (SEC/AEX), Ultracentrifuge, Sterile Filtration, Automatic Distribution System.

Material Prep Biotechnologist

• CIP of Mobile Vessel and small materials, Operations of Washing Machine, Operations of sterilizing Autoclave.

Media / Buffer Prep Biotechnologist

• Aseptic Operations, Buffer and Media Preparation with automated recipe (MPMS).

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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