QC Microbiology Trainee (Career Conversion Programme)

About the role

Sanofi is recruiting one Quality Control Microbiology Trainee (Career Conversion Programme) at its Modulus facility in Tuas, Singapore, to support routine microbiological testing. The role is part of the Career Conversion Programme (CCP), a 15-month local attachment at Sanofi (Aventis-Pharma) supported by Workforce Singapore and Workforce Advancement Federation, aimed at building skilled manpower for Singapore's biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Only candidates eligible for the CCP programme may apply.

Key responsibilities

• Perform QC microbiological testing (bioburden, endotoxin and similar tests) on water, raw materials and product samples
• Perform water sampling of the clean utilities system and environmental monitoring of clean rooms
• Maintain, clean, calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment as needed
• Support general laboratory activities such as housekeeping and staging of chemicals, reagents and consumables
• Support method transfer, validation and verification to ensure robust analytical performance
• Drive continuous improvement to improve efficiency, safety, compliance and metrics such as deviation/OOS rates and sample turnaround time
• Ensure adherence to GMP, regulatory guidelines and internal quality standards

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Applied Science or a related life sciences discipline
• Prior internships or industrial attachments in biopharmaceutical and biotechnology organisations are advantageous
• Self-starter and independent worker able to work in cross-functional teams
• Able to work in fast-paced conditions with tight timelines