Biotechnologist Intern

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences 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.

The Manufacturing Intern role is responsible for the support of therapeutic protein manufacturing under cGMP conditions. This individual works within the clean room environment in a team led by a Section Lead. The Intern will be assigned to a specific operational area (Small Scale, Large Scale, Centralized Operations), with a focus in either Upstream, Downstream, Solution Preparation or Production Support function.

Working hours:

• 12 hr shift work (0800hrs – 2000hrs) with 2 weeks repeating pattern.

 Primary Responsibilities

• Learns and performs well-defined procedures.
• Attain a basic understanding of cGMP’s and compliance in a GMP manufacturing setting performing both supervised and unsupervised tasks.
• Perform basic laboratory tasks (pH and conductivity measurement, water sampling, etc)
• Perform routine sanitation tasks to maintain facility standards.
• Ensuring manufacturing supplies and batch records are readily available for next 24 hours production activities.
• Apply and upkeep 6S concept and housekeeping in MFG suites

Other Departmental Duties

• Instruction may be provided by co-workers, supervisors, or cross-departmental representative to facilitate continued production within GMP, with the consent of the immediate Supervisor.

Supervision Received

• Daily supervision on routine work and detailed instructions on new assignments, including organizing and planning of tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Documentation of task performed when required.
• Basic decision making, knows when to seek help and who to contact.
• Coaching on manufacturing process flow.

Requirement

• ITE/Diploma/Degree in relevant science discipline (Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or Biology)

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.