Editorial summary

The company is a global biopharmaceutical organization seeking a Biotechnologist for a 12-month contract in their Singapore office located in Buona Vista. The role involves supporting cGMP manufacturing operations within the biologics production facility, collaborating with engineers on setup and maintenance tasks. Candidates should have relevant experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with compensation up to $5,000 depending on qualifications. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative medicine development in a dynamic industry environment.

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Job description

[This job id 17914 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 04 Jul 2026]

Biotechnologist (Pharma Manufacturing/ Contract)

12-Months Contract

Location: Buona Vista

Salary: Up to $5,000 depending on experience

Industry : Biopharmaceutical

Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company that develops innovative medicines in areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care and aesthetics. Its Singapore office serves as a regional commercial hub supporting healthcare innovation and patient care.

Primary Function:

• Performs functions associated with cGMP manufacturing operations within the biologics production facility, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, and final materials.
• Completes batch documentation accurately and thoroughly, while adhering to the required quality and safety standards, and in a productive, cost-effective manner.
• Supports operations & troubleshooting efforts during course of shift work to ensure adherence to schedule and production plan.

Responsibilities:

Operations and Technical

• Adhere to cGMP and safety requirements
• Executes manufacturing operations to perform operations including but not limited to equipment cleaning and set up as well as stream specific operations like:Upstream: Vial Thaw, Inoculation, Cell Culture and RecoveryDownstream: Chromatography, Filtration, Ultrafiltration, Final FillingCentral Service: Buffer/ Media Preparation, Autoclave, Glasswash and cleaning processes, Sampling of raw materials.
• Carry out daily tasks as assigned by Lead Biotechnologist or Manufacturing Supervisor
• Accurately completing documentation on time, accurately and legibly.
• Maintains inventory levels to minimize distress
• Ensures training is complete and current.
• Responsible for overall plant upkeep during the shift.
• Reports any anomalous processing events to Lead Biotechnologist or Manufacturing Supervisor timely.

Safety

• Adhere to and support all EHS & E standards, procedures, and policies.

Quality

• Accurately completes documentation on time, accurately and legibly
• Reviews documentation for the completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure that all batch related document errors are resolved in a timely manner
• Support in preparation for regulatory audits and inspections

Schedule

• Adheres to production schedule
• Escalates to Lead Biotechnologist or Manufacturing Supervisor in events of unplanned downtimes

Requirements:

• NITEC / Diploma in Sciences, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Min. 2 years of relevant work experience in Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry
• Good working knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements related to Manufacturing
• Experience with SAP, LIMS, MES systems 
• Possess problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Rotational shift work is required

Lim Pey Chyi (Apple) - Apple.lim@manpower.com.sg

Recruitment Consultant (R2090579)

Manpower Staffing Services (S) Pte Ltd

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