Biotechnologist 20K (Mammalian)

LONZA BIOLOGICS TUAS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Fully paid medical insurance (family)

Daily company bus from MRT stations

Job summary

Lonza Singapore Tuas site is hiring a manufacturing operator to support cGMP mammalian cell culture and purification processes. You will operate bioreactors, monitor parameters, perform aseptic handling, and document batch records. The role requires teamwork and strict adherence to SOPs, with rotating 12-hour shifts.

We offer comprehensive benefits including fully paid medical insurance, shift allowances, and a daily company bus from MRT stations across Singapore to the Tuas site.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing, lab, or cleanroom environment.
• Familiarity with cGMP practices and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in rotating 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform cGMP manufacturing operations including equipment setup and batch documentation.
• Operate mammalian cell culture processes with bioreactor monitoring of pH, DO, CO2/O2, and cell performance.
• Execute downstream purification such as chromatography, filtration, and pH/conductivity adjustments.
• Apply aseptic techniques for material handling and cell culture operations while maintaining cleanroom standards.
• Utilize process control systems such as UNICORN and DeltaV and ensure SOPs, logbooks, and batch records are completed.
• Prepare buffers, media, and manufacturing solutions while supporting equipment setup and CIP activities.
• Maintain facility and laboratory standards through sanitization and 6S housekeeping.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

cGMP familiarity

Rotating 12-hour shifts

Education

Biotechnology/Life Sciences degree or Diploma

Tools

UNICORN

DeltaV

Job description

Location: Tuas, Singapore

What you will get - Singapore

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Daily company bus from MRT stations across Singapore to and from the Tuas site.
• Fully paid medical insurance, with the option to enroll family members at partially subsidized premiums.
• Shift allowances.
• The full list of our global benefits can be also found on https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

What you will do

• Perform cGMP manufacturing operations including equipment setup, operation, troubleshooting, and batch documentation.
• Operate mammalian cell culture processes including bioreactor monitoring of pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), CO₂/O₂ levels, and cell performance.
• Execute downstream purification processes such as chromatography, filtration, and pH/conductivity adjustments.
• Apply aseptic techniques for material handling and cell culture operations while maintaining cleanroom standards.
• Utilize process control systems such as UNICORN and DeltaV and ensure accurate completion of SOPs, logbooks, and batch records.
• Prepare buffers, media, and manufacturing solutions while supporting equipment setup and CIP activities.
• Maintain facility and laboratory standards through sanitization and 6S housekeeping practices.

What we are looking for

• Diploma or Degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of biopharmaceutical or biotechnology manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Experience in a manufacturing, laboratory, or cleanroom environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with cGMP practices and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Positive team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in a rotating 12-hour shift pattern.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together.

Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences?