Bioprocess Scientist (Cellular Agriculture)
The Opportunity
Esco Lifesciences Group is Singapore’s most globalized life sciences company, with annual revenues close to 200M and global operations in over 20 countries across North America, Europe and Asia. At Esco, we embrace innovation and take calculated risks to address unmet needs, all while building a leading life sciences ecosystem that will benefit the communities that we operate in. As a rapidly growing global business (growing at high double digits annually) and expanding worldwide through M&A, we empower you with the opportunities to excel and drive impact.
At Esco Aster, we are a contract development and manufacturing organization founded and deeply rooted by scientists enabling fellow scientists to translate their bench work into life-saving diagnostics, medicines, therapies, cosmeceuticals, cellular agriculture, at affordable prices for their country self-sufficiency.
The work we do creates a lasting remarkable impact on healthcare. Join us for the world we are making as we redefine medicine for current and future generations to come.
Esco Aster. One World. One Health.
The Scope
This role requires the individual to be involved in large scale production of “cultured chicken” through cell
culture of a certain fibroblastic cell line. The production will be undertaken in a facility compliant with the
SFA guidelines and thus requires practices that are rigorous and consistent with these guidelines.
Continuous batch production of the cultured chicken and ensuring consistent quality of the product is of
utmost importance.
Primary Job Location: Ayer Rajah Crescent, One North. Esco Aster PD (Process Development)/clinical
ops, Singapore. Some travel as needed to GMP site in Changi, Singapore.
Responsibilities
- Perform cell culture –focus on chicken embryo cells
- Prepare solutions and culture media (small scale as well as large scale)
- Perform analysis of cell metabolites , medium components etc by Bioanalysis
- Good trouble shooting ability with cell lines
- Maintain accurate batch records and results following good manufacturing practices (GMP)
- Work independently and efficiently
- Document work clearly and perform tests accurately
- Communicate effectively with client staff members and provide updates on the progress of the
project
- Liase with vendors and third party testing labs to procure materials obtain test results in a timely
manner
Qualifications
- At least 1-2 years related laboratory experience including aseptic and mammalian cell culture
techniques
- Microbiology/Cell biology Background
- General laboratory skills, good pipetting skills and experience with automation
- Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Exce
- Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive
attitude
- Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records,
follow instructions, and comply with company policies
- Good presentation skills
- A friendly and pleasant disposition
Minimum Qualifications:
- PhD graduate in Biology or related science and 1-2 Years Mammalian Cell Culture experience
Apply now by submitting a Cover Letter and CV to [email protected].
We regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. During this COVID-19 pandemic, we are prioritizing recruitment of Singaporeans / PRs, existing E-Pass, S-Pass and Work Permit Holders due to imposed travel restrictions.
For other job openings in Esco Lifesciences Group within the respective geographies, kindly refer to corporate website.
