Biotechnologist Trainee - Attach and Train Program

The Attach & Train Programme is a structured talent development programme designed to build skilled talent for Singapore’s advanced biomedical manufacturing sector through practical, industry-based training that develops the technical skills and capabilities needed to support the industry’s current and future workforce needs.

As a Biotechnologist Trainee, your development will take place through a 15-month structured on-the-job training programme within our Biologics Manufacturing team. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support the production of complex, cell-based medicines under high quality and compliance standards, helping to ensure a safe and reliable supply of medicines to patients.

Due to the nature of the programme and its eligibility requirements, applicants must be Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents.

What You’ll Do

• Support cGMP manufacturing operations for biologics drug substance, working in accordance with required quality and safety standards, production schedules and plans.

• Depending on your assigned area, you may support:

• Upstream – Vial thaw, inoculation, cell culture and recovery.

• Downstream – Chromatography, filtration, ultrafiltration and final filling.

• Central Services – Buffer and media preparation, autoclave, glasswash and cleaning processes, and sampling of raw materials.

• Execute assigned manufacturing operations, including equipment cleaning, set-up and stream-specific activities.

• Complete and review batch documentation for accuracy and completeness, and resolve documentation errors promptly.

• Support shift operations and troubleshooting, and report anomalous processing events to the Lead Biotechnologist or Manufacturing Supervisor.

• Maintain inventory, required training and overall plant readiness to support operations.

• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

What You’ll Learn

• The opportunity to grow with AbbVie's expanding biomanufacturing operations in Singapore, gaining exposure to cGMP manufacturing across upstream, downstream or central services.

• Hands-on technical proficiency operating equipment and running processes within your assigned manufacturing stream.

• Develop a strong foundation in batch documentation, quality/safety compliance and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or equivalent. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

• Knowledge of cGMP and regulatory requirements related to manufacturing is an advantage.

• Exposure to SAP, LIMS or MES through internships, projects or prior experience would be an advantage.

• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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