Operator (Gene)

BioSpace; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company 401(k) with match

Paid parental leave after 3 months

Paid time off (vacation/sick/holidays)

Commuter benefits

Well-being initiatives

Peer recognition programs

Job summary

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is seeking a laboratory technician to prepare and test reagents, manage plasmid bank inventory, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a Diploma or higher in biology or related fields, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow SOPs. Proficiency with Windows and office software, shift flexibility, and bilingual English/Chinese communication are desired.

Qualifications

• Diploma or above; a major in biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or life sciences is preferred.
• Able to follow SOPs and complete daily tasks as required by supervisors; detail-oriented, responsible and honest in record keeping.
• Good communication skills, able to collaborate smoothly with team members and other departments.
• Able to use the Windows operating system and common office software (e.g., Excel, Word).
• Able to work a shift schedule.
• Hands-on experience in reagent preparation, testing or quality control.
• Experience in sample bank, warehouse or material management.
• Experience with MES, LIMS, ERP or other laboratory or inventory management systems.
• Good bilingual (English and Chinese) communication skills.
• Available to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with 2 rest days that may not always fall on weekends

Responsibilities

• Prepare, label and test reagents in line with SOPs, ensuring quality and traceable records.
• Manage inbound/outbound operations of plasmid bank including receipt, storage, issuance and stock-take.
• Requisition and maintain materials, following FIFO and expiry-management practices.
• Perform data entry and record keeping using Windows, MES system, and paper records as applicable.
• Complete daily tasks per SOPs and report anomalies promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reagent preparation

Testing / quality control

Inventory management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Windows / Office

Shift work

Bilingual English/Chinese

Education

Diploma or above in biology/chemistry/life sciences

Tools

MES

LIMS

ERP

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.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare, label and test reagents in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring reagent quality and complete, traceable records;
• Manage the inbound and outbound operations of the plasmid bank, including receipt, registration, storage, issuance and periodic stock-take of plasmids, keeping records consistent with physical inventory;
• Requisition, register and maintain the materials used in your daily work, following first-in-first-out (FIFO) and expiry-management practices;
• Perform data entry and record keeping through the Windows operating system, the MES system and paper laboratory records as applicable to the actual work, as well as daily office tasks;
• Complete daily tasks strictly in accordance with SOPs and supervisors' instructions, and report any anomalies promptly;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

• Diploma or above; a major in biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences or life sciences is preferred;
• Able to follow SOPs and complete daily tasks as required by supervisors; detail-oriented, responsible and honest in record keeping;
• Good communication skills, able to collaborate smoothly with team members and other departments;
• Able to use the Windows operating system and common office software (e.g., Excel, Word);
• Able to work a shift schedule.
• Hands-on experience in reagent preparation, testing or quality control;
• Experience in sample bank, warehouse or material management;
• Experience with MES, LIMS, ERP or other laboratory or inventory management systems;
• Good bilingual (English and Chinese) communication skills.
• Available to work 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, with 2 rest days that may not always fall on weekends

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.