Job Description

As a Senior Biotechnologist in our Value Stream, you will participate in the preparation, operation and completion of assigned process stages to ensure the production of bulk drug substances is within establish timing and quality standards. You will also ensure good housekeeping of the facilities to keep them in good operational order in line with cGMP, safety and environmental requirements.Key Responsibilities:OperationsAdhere to cGMP and safety requirementsEnsure good housekeeping of associated production facilities so that they are kept in good operational orderIdentify areas for improvement and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiencyParticipate in commissioning and qualification activities as requiredCarry out other related duties as assigned by the N+1Assigned as in-charge by process/operations area to provide guidance/leadership to ensure processes are completed reliablyPlanningFollow the day-to-day planningAssist Lead Biotechnologist or Shift Supervisor or Operations Superintendent in detailed team operations planningTraining & DevelopmentEnsure that he/she is trained/qualified in the current effective SOP and OJT in accordance with the assigned training curricula prior to commencing operation.Proactively engage N+1 to discuss personal development and follow up on agreed development plan.To provide guidance and support to new joiner ensuring his/her smooth transition to the new environmentTo develop oneself as a process SMEGuide junior employees to ensure knowledge transfer for business continuity.Conduct classroom and on-the-job (OJT) training as assigned.QualityComply with all relevant SOP/Batch record requirements.Perform timely review of documentation and make necessary corrections.Have good quality mindset and integrity to ensure products are manufactured with the highest qualityParticipate in deviation investigation process (Process, Environmental, Maintenance/Equipment, QC) and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA)Participate in cGMP self-inspections to ensure compliance with internal SOPs and regulatory requirementsReporting/DocumentationOperate key computer applications related to production functionEnsure that batch record, checklist and logbooks are correctly recorded, cGMP complied and maintainedMaintain clear communication with N+1 and fellow colleagues, providing clear feedback of any items pertaining to safety, quality and efficiencyParticipation in development and generation of production checklist, SOPs, validation protocols and the regular review and updates of these documentsPerform VS review of completed documentation to ensure adherence to GDPTo lead design/drafting of working instruction to ensure that it is user friendly to improve GDPTechnology TransferParticipate in new technology and/or new process transferSecurity/Safety/EnvironmentAwareness and adherence to site safety procedure.Ensure safe operations on the fieldIdentify and report all potential safety issues (personal protection requirement, equipment protection, way of working etc).Ensure proper housekeeping of assigned production areas to minimize safety hazardsParticipate in Safety InspectionsParticipate in Workplace Risk AssessmentInterface with other Department/TeamCoordination with department colleagues to ensureTimely supplies of materials and buffersCalibration/maintenance activities are supported.Open communication on sampling requirements to QC departmentEstablish good working relationship with QA, QC, maintenance, calibration to ensure smooth operations.Basic QualificationsMin diploma in chemical technology, chemical engineering or biotechnology engineeringMin 2 years of experience in Biologics, Chemical or Pharmaceutical industryExperience in working with GMPFamiliar with purification/fermentation/conjugation/isolator operations/material and buffer operationsIf you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:A good team player and able to work independentlyGood communication and documentation skillsHas disciplined and quality mindsetComfortable to work in a cleanroom environment.To learn more about Singapore GSK and our people, please click on this link:#Li-GSKWhy GSK?Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose \xe2\x80\x93 to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together \xe2\x80\x93 so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns \xe2\x80\x93 as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it\xe2\x80\x99s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves \xe2\x80\x93 feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. 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