Trainee Biotechnologist (MM)

Role overview

This opportunity is based in Tuas, Singapore, and sits within a Career Conversion Program with a 15-month training period. The programme includes structured on-the-job training at the host company so that the selected candidate can build the practical capabilities needed for the role.

The Biotechnologist role focuses on producing therapeutic proteins in a cGMP-compliant manufacturing environment. The work may involve some physical handling of equipment and materials, and most daily activities take place in cleanroom areas. The position reports to the Senior, Section Lead, or Manager within the Manufacturing Large Scale, Small Scale, or Centralized Operations team.

What you will gain

• An energetic career path with a fast-moving work environment.
• A workplace that is inclusive and guided by ethical practices.
• Daily company bus transport from the MRT point nearest your home to and from the Tuas site.

Key duties

• Learn and carry out clearly defined procedures in a GMP manufacturing setting.
• Carry out equipment checks and basic 6S housekeeping activities.
• Complete routine laboratory support work such as sampling and measurements of pH, conductivity, and osmolality.
• Perform regular sanitisation tasks to keep facilities up to standard.
• Be trained and approved on performance measures related to CIP, SIP, and basic tank and instrument operations.
• Use aseptic practices while handling products and materials.
• Support basic troubleshooting for processes and equipment.
• Handle multiple equipment preparation and operational tasks while staying on schedule.
• Work toward full competence across all manufacturing tasks assigned to the area.
• Demonstrate basic troubleshooting ability in routine situations.
• Build a working understanding of critical process and operational parameters, including acceptable ranges and how different parameters affect one another.
• Use SOPs, logbooks, and batch records accurately and effectively.
• Submit samples through the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

Materials and equipment preparation

• Identify the correct materials using part numbers and FEFO-lotted stock.
• Select the proper dispensing booths, hoods, and weighing balances.
• Determine sampling needs based on the material RMS.
• Assemble autoclave components according to SOP requirements.
• Wash equipment so that no stains or residues remain.

Solutions preparation

• Develop stronger knowledge of setup differences and equipment use across customers and operations, including CIP and buffer/media transfer.
• Help identify and lead the installation of the correct setup and equipment for different customer operations.
• Understand why choosing the correct path and equipment is critical for different customers.
• Gain detailed knowledge of setup and equipment differences between single-use systems and conventional stainless-steel systems.
• Support planning and execution of CIPs to meet different customer needs, including HTST-related CIPs.

About the employer

The organisation operates across more than 30 sites on five continents and works to manufacture medicines that support future healthcare outcomes. Its culture is built on Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity. The company places strong emphasis on innovation, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive workplace where contributions from people of all backgrounds are valued.

Additional information

Reference ID: R73225.

Daily commuting support is provided via company bus service from the MRT location closest to your home to the Tuas facility.

The listing also appears to be part of a training-based career conversion pathway, and the training duration is 15 months.

Some physical work is required as part of the role, particularly when handling equipment and materials.

Most of the workday is expected to be spent in cleanroom environments.

This role is based in Singapore, Tuas.

Comparable role references mentioned in the source: R76130, R76463, R77109, and R77292.

Terms and conditions

The role is tied to a structured training programme with workplace learning delivered at participating companies. The candidate is expected to progress through learning, supervised practice, and competency sign-off as part of the programme.

No stipend or salary amount was stated in the source.

No vacancy count, start date, or application deadline was provided in the source.

No separate perks, eligibility note, or application instructions were listed beyond the role details above.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant should hold a diploma or degree in a relevant science field such as Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biomedical Engineering. The role suits someone who communicates clearly, works well with others, pays close attention to detail, follows processes methodically, and contributes positively as a team member.