Biotechnologist (Protein Sciences)

GenScript Biotech (Singapore) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company in Singapore is seeking a laboratory technician to perform various technical tasks in protein expression and purification. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and must demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate work.

Responsibilities

• Performing technical and analytical tasks in the laboratory.
• Conducting cell culture experiments and data analysis.
• Purification of mammalian recombinant antibodies and proteins.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or biological chemistry

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Bioreactors

Affinity chromatography

SDS-PAGE

Job description

What you will be doing:

• Performing a wide range of technical and analytical tasks in our state-of-the-art laboratory

• Perform cell culture experiments, data analysis and documentation of the results

• Maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance

• Documenting procedures, protocols, and findings in a detailed and organized manner

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical challenges

• Ensuring strict adherence to all laboratory safety protocols and procedures

Protein Expression

• Responsible for resuscitation, passage, transfection, culture and other experiments of mammalian cells such as HEK293 and CHO

• Perform cell culture experiments, data analysis and documentation of the results

• Operate bioreactors, centrifuges and prepare buffers and reagents

Protein Purification

• Purification of mammalian recombinant antibody and protein by affinity chromatography, ion exchange chromatography, size exclusion chromatography and other methods

• Formulate appropriate purification scheme according to order requirements

• Responsible for filling-in and verifying records related to purification experiment

• Use Western blotting and SDS-PAGE techniques to assess the quality, quantity, and identity of the purified proteins

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant scientific discipline, such as life sciences, biological chemistry etc

• Some familiarity in the use of various laboratory equipment and instrumentation

• Good technical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate and precise work

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively

• Available to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with 2 rest days that may not always fall on weekends