Biotechnologist Trainee (Attach and Train Programme)

gsk; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training allowances

On‑the‑job training with a diversified

GSK culture exposure

Job summary

GSK invites applications for the Attach and Train Programme (AnT), a 15‑month structured on‑the‑job trainee programme in Singapore’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing sector. Fresh graduates and mid‑career professionals are welcome, with eligibility restricted to Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and industry‑relevant skills in a world‑leading biopharmaceutical environment, focusing on cGMP, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• NITEC/ Higher NITEC/ Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology/ Chemical Engineering/ Life Science or relevant field.
• Candidates without any prior experience but with relevant qualifications are highly encouraged to apply
• Good troubleshooting skills
• Highly effective communication, facilitation, negotiation, and teamwork skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptable to fast‑paced, dynamic work environment with shifting demand. Continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP and safety requirements.
• Maintain area 5S and ensure good housekeeping of associated production facilities.
• Support utilities sample and environmental monitoring of the cleanrooms.
• Support batch processing and the related operate systems such as washing cabinet, autoclave, fermenter, harvest vessel, microfluidizer, mobile vessel, etc.
• Operate and maintain equipment such as magnetic stirrers, viscometers, pH meter, conductivity meters, turbidity meter and osmometer.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal

Negotiation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology/ Chemical Engineering/ Life Science

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma

Job description

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

As a trainee, you will go through a 15-month structured on‑job training programme with 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 on this traineeship programme, please visit Career Conversion Programmes (CCP) for Individuals.

What will you do?

As a Biotechnologist, you will participate in preparations, operations and completion of assigned process stages to ensure the production of bulk drug substances within establish timing and quality standards. Additionally, you will ensure good housekeeping of facilities so as to keep them in good operational order in line with cGMP, safety and environmental requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Adhere to cGMP and safety requirements
• Maintain area 5S and ensure good housekeeping of associated production facilities
• Support utilities sample and environmental monitoring of the cleanrooms
• Support batch processing and the related operate systems such as washing cabinet, autoclave, fermenter, harvest vessel, microfluidizer, mobile vessel, etc
• Operate and maintain equipment such as magnetic stirrers, viscometers, pH meter, conductivity meters, turbidity meter and osmometer.

What will you learn?

• Hands‑on pharmaceutical manufacturing operation such as fermentation, purification, aseptic operations, chromatography, ultrafiltration, material preparation, buffer preparation and other essential processes.
• cGMP Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Safety and environment practices
• Process knowledge and improvements

What are we looking for?

• NITEC/ Higher NITEC/ Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology/ Chemical Engineering/ Life Science or relevant field.
• Candidates without any prior experience but with relevant qualifications are highly encouraged to apply
• Good troubleshooting skills
• Highly effective communication, facilitation, negotiation, and teamwork skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptable to fast‑paced, dynamic work environment with shifting demand. Continuous improvement mindset.

What do we offer you?

• 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
• Transport to and from site to MRT stations in centralised locationsall acrossSingapore

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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