Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, NCIS

Overview

NCIS is establishing a new Stem Cell Therapy Hub (SCTH) as part of expansion of its Specialized Programmes (specifically Cellular Therapy and Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant) and to become a Reference Centre of Excellence. We are looking for a Sr Medical Laboratory Scientist, who will be responsible for performing of Cell, Tissue, and Gene Therapy (CTGT) Product manufacturing and interpreting product quality assurance testing results in the department. He/She is also responsible to undertake related laboratory and manufacturing activities to always ensure smooth lab and manufacturing services.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing procedures in accordance with cGMP, environmental health and safety guidelines and any other related regulations which could apply.
• Perform routine QC and in-process testing sampling of the CTGT products at various stages throughout manufacturing (e.g. bioburden sampling, water sampling)
• Timely completion of relevant manufacturing batch record and logbooks for the tasks performed and with adherence to Good Documentation Practice (GDP)
• Perform cleaning and upkeep of the equipment and classified area in manufacturing areas as per SOPs
• Report procedure deviations, adverse and out of specification incidents to the supervisor.
• Undertake simple preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment in the facilities to ensure proper working conditions.
• Participate in laboratory administrative work such as filing, processing of deliveries orders and invoices.
• Support new manufacturing and quality control processes under supervision of Manufacturing Lead (IQ, OQ, PQ and PV)
• Support the investigation, change control, and root cause investigations.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Chemical / Biomedical), Biotechnology, Life Science or equivalent. Post Graduate Diploma or Professional Degree will be considered an advantage.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experiences in biopharmaceutical and/or medical device manufacturing industry and prior technical knowledge in batch biopharmaceutical processing will be an advantage.
• Cleanroom with sterile and aseptic processing knowledge and experience
• Good understanding of safe working practices and cGMP
• Highly motivated to work in pharmaceutical industry
• Demonstrated ability to elevate issues effectively and apply appropriate corrections.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and enthusiastic team player with demonstrated history of flexibility
• Ability to work independently, collaborate cross-functionally, and utilize resources efficiently
• Able to provide feedback for operations & elevate concerns as needed.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Able to work rotating shift
• Good laboratory skills.
• Above average dexterity with good general health and must be able to differentiate colors for work purposes.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Service orientated and customer focused.