Biotechnologist 1/2 & 3 (CGT)

Today, Lonza is one of the world’s largest healthcare manufacturing organizations operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Did you know that we are the 1st biologics contract manufacturer in Singapore? We offer you exposure to upcoming biotech and established pharmaceutical companies and to the manufacturing technology needed to produce mammalian treatments and cell therapies of tomorrow. Our global manufacturing network is recognized for its reliable, high-quality services, regulatory track record, global footprint, innovative technology platforms and extensive experience – we, in Singapore are proud to be part of this global network.

As our Cell & Gene Technologies (CGT) business grows, we are looking to further strengthen our manufacturing team in Tuas, Singapore. The Biotechnologist is responsible for the manufacturing of cell therapy products and media in accordance to cGMP regulations.

The role requires flexibility to be able to work in a 12-hour rotating (day, night and weekend) shift. Willing to operate in cleanroom environment requiring the removal of jewelry/ makeup, donning of over suits/ coveralls, safety shoes, hair cover, gloves and safety glasses/ goggles.

Key responsibilities:

• Attains a detailed understanding of cGMP compliance and clean room practices
• Executes batch records, ensuring right-first time and accurate documentation
• Maintains training status to perform required GMP tasks
• Performs environmental monitoring during production
• Performs suite support activities, e.g. equipment cleaning, housekeeping and calls out non-routine situations (e.g. deviations, equipment alarms) per site procedure
• Use electronic systems to perform work (e.g. document management system (DMS), Lab Information Management System (LIMS), Trackwise)
• Reviews completed batch records and logbooks in an accurate and timely manner
• Suggests and participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Gain detailed understanding of critical process parameters and operational parameters
• Inputs into investigation of sophisticated technical problems, compliance failures, performs process & equipment troubleshooting and Lab in charge responsibility.

Key requirements:

• Diploma / Degree in Science subject areas or working experience in biopharmaceutical industry or cleanroom environment
• Knowledge of cell culture and the principles of aseptic processing within a classified environment is not crucial, but an advantage
• Strong team-oriented work ethic
• Attention to detail
• Planning, Organizing, & Controlling
• Effective Communication - clear and concise (both written and oral)
• Willing to perform rotating 12-hour shift pattern.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.