Smart Lab Operations Leader

HILLEMAN LABORATORIES SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilleman Laboratories Singapore Pte. Ltd. seeks an experienced Laboratory Operations Manager to set up and manage the day-to-day operations of our R&D laboratory focused on early development biologics and vaccines.

You will drive Operational Excellence, oversee inventory, calibration, and safety programs, and coordinate with scientists to maintain high operational readiness while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient budget management.

Qualifications

• Degree/ Diploma in Chemical, Life Sciences, or closely related field with minimum 3 years of lab management experience.
• Interest in Sustainable Smart Lab and OE principles.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and permits.
• Experience with inventory and asset-management systems.
• Knowledge of GLP or other GxP systems.
• Ability to write proposals/reports and present ideas.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiating, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up inventory system with FIFO and asset-management to ensure equipment maintenance.
• Implement paperless laboratory records system.
• Ensure efficient operations with high stability and safety adherence.
• Coordinate safety audits and risk assessment.
• Develop duty rosters and plan purchases for routine lab usage.
• Forecast and manage annual operational budget.
• Collaborate with vendors and third-party service providers to keep lab in optimal state.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., NEA, SCDF).
• Support building power maintenance and OE initiatives.
• Assist in sample shipments to/from partners.

Skills

Team player

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Training capability

Education

Degree/ Diploma in Chemical, Life Sciences

Job description

Hilleman Laboratories Singapore Pte. Ltd. seeks an experienced Laboratory Operations Manager to set up and manage the day-to-day operations of our R&D laboratory focused on early development biologics and vaccines.

You will drive Operational Excellence, oversee inventory, calibration, and safety programs, and coordinate with scientists to maintain high operational readiness while ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient budget management.