Biotechnologist (Media & Buffer Preparation)

We are hiring a Biotechnologist to join the Central Manufacturing Support team of a global vaccine manufacturer in Singapore. The team prepares the materials, buffers and media that GMP manufacturing depends on. This is a 1-year renewable contract with standard office hours (Mon–Fri, no shifts).

Key Responsibilities

• Operate parts washers and autoclaves to prepare components and equipment for manufacturing

• Perform raw material dispensing, including weighing, verification and GMP documentation

• Execute media and buffer preparation: charging raw materials, mixing in prep vessels and transferring to holding vessels

• Carry out small-scale preparations and operate single-use mixers using aseptic technique

• Perform CIP and SIP of prep and holding vessels and transfer lines

• Operate and monitor equipment through the process control system, responding to alarms and escalating issues

• Complete batch records, logbooks and electronic records in line with GDP and data integrity requirements

• Perform in-process sampling (pH, conductivity) and submit samples for testing

• Troubleshoot basic process and equipment issues, raise deviations and support investigations

• Coordinate with manufacturing teams to ensure materials, buffers and media are ready to schedule

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of experience in a GMP pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical or vaccine manufacturing environment

• Hands-on experience in dispensing, media/buffer preparation, washers, autoclaves and CIP/SIP

• Experience with single-use mixers and aseptic technique

• DeltaV and MES / electronic batch record experience is an advantage

• Diploma or Degree in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences or a related field is preferred but not required

• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline