Intern - Biotechnologist (Protein)

BioSpace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

GenScript is seeking candidates for roles in its Protein department to support expression and purification workflows. The position involves hands-on work with mammalian cell culture and protein purification, with emphasis on documentation and SOP adherence.

The ideal candidate holds a biology-related degree or diploma and has practical lab experience in expression systems, chromatography, and protein analysis.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or related fields.
• Practical lab experience in recombinant protein/antibody expression.
• Familiar with mammalian cell culture, chromatography, SDS-PAGE, Western blot.
• Good troubleshooting skills and resilience.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Available to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Resuscitation, passage, transfection, culture of mammalian cells (HEK293/CHO).
• Data analysis and reporting of cell culture experiments.
• Operate bioreactors, centrifuges, prepare buffers.
• Formulate and update SOPs; document work experience.
• Maintain instruments and perform routine maintenance.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Protein purification

Data analysis

SOP development

Troubleshooting

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Diploma in related field

Tools

HPLC

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

Chromatography

Centrifuge equipment

Job description

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Key Responsibilities

Protein Expression

• Responsible for the resuscitation, passage, transfection, culture and other experiments of mammalian cells such as HEK293 and CHO
• Responsible for data analysis and processing of cell culture experiments, and complete the preparation of experimental records and reports
• Operate bioreactors, centrifuges and prepare buffers and reagents
• Responsible for the formulation and update of SOP, summarising and solidifying work experience
• Managing instruments, and be able to carry out maintenance as required
• Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor

Protein Purification

• Responsible for purification of mammalian recombinant antibody and protein by affinity chromatography, ion exchange chromatography, size exclusion chromatography and other methods, and able to formulate appropriate purification scheme according to order requirements
• Responsible for filling in and rechecking records related to the purification experiment
• Responsible for the formulation and update of SOP, summarising and solidifying work experience
• Managing instruments, and being able to carry out maintenance as required
• Complete other tasks assigned by the supervisor

Key Requirements

• Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences / Life Sciences / Bioengineering / Chemistry or related courses
• Practical laboratory experience in the field of recombinant protein/antibody expression
• Familiar with the experimental operation of Mammalian Cell-culture, Chromatography, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, HPLC and other protein detection is preferred
• Good troubleshooting skills
• Strong sense of achievement; resilient and able to perform under the pressure
• Team player with good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Available to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with 2 rest days that may not always fall on weekends

Your skillsets will be considered for roles in our Protein department, and you will be shortlisted accordingly.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.