Microbiology Laboratory Technical Associate

BECTON DICKINSON MEDICAL (S) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid company holidays

Career development

Company transportation

Job summary

Becton Dickinson (BD) in Singapore is seeking a dedicated Microbiology Laboratory Technical Associate to support microbiology operations, ensure product quality, sterility, and regulatory compliance. You will perform microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, and validation tasks while adhering to GMP and safety standards.

Join a team focused on continuous improvement and QA activities to maintain sterile manufacturing environments and contribute to safe healthcare products.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Microbiology or related discipline.
• Knowledge of microbiological lab practices and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with GMP and quality systems in regulated manufacturing.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and contamination control.

Responsibilities

• Prepare culture media for microbiological testing.
• Perform routine and ad-hoc microbiological tests (bioburden, BI sterility, endotoxin).
• Conduct culture media sterility and growth promotion tests.
• Perform Gram staining and other standard lab procedures.
• Carry out environmental monitoring in manufacturing areas.
• Coordinate samples to external sterilization facilities/testing labs.
• Support equipment validation activities in microbiology lab.
• Assist in investigations of out-of-spec results and contamination issues.

Skills

Microbiology knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Microbiology

Job description

Becton Dickinson (BD) is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Microbiology Laboratory Technical Associate to support our microbiology laboratory operations and ensure the highest standards of product quality, sterility, and regulatory compliance. In this role, you will perform microbiological testing, environmental monitoring, laboratory support activities, and validation-related tasks while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety requirements, and BD's Code of Ethics.

You will play a key role in supporting quality assurance activities, maintaining microbiological control within manufacturing environments, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that help deliver safe and effective healthcare products.

What You'll Do

Prepare culture media for microbiological testing.

Perform routine and ad-hoc microbiological tests, including:

• Product bioburden testing
• Biological Indicator (BI) sterility testing
• Endotoxin testing
• Sterilization dose audits
• Product sterility testing

• Observe, record, and maintain accurate microbiological data and test results.
• Conduct culture media sterility and growth promotion tests.
• Perform Gram staining and other laboratory procedures.
• Carry out environmental monitoring activities in manufacturing and production areas.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and housekeeping standards.
• Coordinate and send samples to external sterilization facilities and testing laboratories.
• Support microbiology laboratory equipment validation activities.
• Assist in ETO sterilization validation and revalidation projects.
• Support biological indicator placement audits and biological indicator titer quality checks.
• Assist in microbiological investigations involving out-of-specification (OOS) results, contamination control, and hygiene practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, Kaizen activities, and departmental projects.
• Support safety, quality, and compliance programs in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or department.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of microbiological laboratory practices and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and quality systems within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques, contamination control, and microbiological testing methods.Working in a manufacturing and laboratory environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skill.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive full‑time compensation package and benefits
• Paid company holidays (public holidays, rest days, etc.)
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Convenient company transportation provided