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Site Name: Singapore - Tuas Posted Date: May 26 2026 Business Introduction We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations it's vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients. Position Summary You will join our manufacturing team in Singapore as a Senior Biotechnologist. You will support end-to-end production activities and lead operational excellence in a regulated environment. You will work closely with operators, engineers, quality and technical services to deliver reliable, safe and efficient manufacturing. We value practical problem-solvers who coach others, communicate clearly and take ownership. This role offers visible impact, career growth and the chance to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: - Lead daily production activities and ensure processes run safely, reliably and to schedule. - Supervise and coach operators, provide on-the-job training and support skill development. - Prepare, review and maintain clear batch records, standard operating procedures and work instructions. - Support commissioning, qualification and handover of equipment and process changes. - Investigate process deviations, drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions. - Identify and lead continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency, reduce waste and improve process reliability. Why You This role is on-site in Singapore at our manufacturing facility. You will join a collaborative, coaching-led team that values learning and practical impact. You will gain experience across operations, quality and technical areas and own meaningful deliverables. We welcome people who are curious, accountable and open to development. If you enjoy leading teams, solving operational problems and making a real difference, please apply. Basic Qualification We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals: - Diploma or degree in biotechnology, chemical engineering, life sciences or a related field. - At least 3 years hands-on experience in manufacturing, pilot plant or bioprocess operations in a regulated industry. - Practical experience with process steps such as media and buffer preparation, fermentation/bioreactor operation, or purification workflows. - Strong documentation skills and ability to follow good manufacturing practice and safety procedures. - Clear written and spoken English and good record-keeping habits. - Able to work on-site full time in Singapore. This role is on-site. Preferred Qualification If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: - Experience with commissioning, qualification or technology transfer activities. - Familiarity with continuous improvement methods such as Lean or basic root cause tools. - Hands-on knowledge of chromatography, filtration, ultrafiltration/diafiltration or centrifugation. - Experience creating or improving SOPs, work instructions and training materials. - Basic data analysis skills and experience using spreadsheets or simple dashboards to track performance. - Experience working across operations, engineering and quality in cross-functional teams. What you will learn - How to lead operational excellence in a regulated biologics manufacturing environment. - Practical skills in process troubleshooting, documentation and equipment handover. - Techniques to coach and develop operators and build team capability. - How to run small improvement projects from idea to sustained adoption. - Broader opportunities for career growth across manufacturing, technical services or operations leadership. How to apply We would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a short note explaining your interest and what you hope to achieve in this role. If you need support with your application or require reasonable adjustments, contact our recruitment team and we will support you. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis - apply soon. Why GSK Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation oncology HIV and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale. People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we're committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We embrace an agile working culture across our roles, so if flexibility is important to you please discuss opportunities with our hiring team. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities, contact [Confidential Information]. Please note this email is for adjustment requests only for other enquiries please use our standard contact channels. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

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A science-led global healthcare company with a special purpose: to help people do more, feel better, live longer.
We have three global businesses that research, develop and manufacture innovative pharmaceutical medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products.
We aim to bring differentiated, high-quality and needed healthcare products to as many people as possible, with our three global businesses, scientific and technical know-how and talented people.

Job ID: 148398685

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