Analyst/Senior Analyst, Cell Culture Development

Analyst/Senior Analyst, Cell Culture Development

The actual location of this job is in Singapore.

You will be joining the Cell Culture Development team within Development Services at Lonza Singapore. Development Services are responsible for the laboratory-scale development and characterization of manufacturing processes used for the production of novel therapeutic recombinant proteins for Lonza’s global client base. The purpose of this role is to execute mammalian cell line and upstream process development activities and to provide technical expertise to support troubleshooting activities at both laboratory and manufacturing scale. You will be working in a highly dynamic environment where we utilize the latest cutting-edge equipment and technologies to exceed our customer’s expectations.

This is a laboratory role, working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the laboratory, with the flexibility to work remotely for 20% of your time (one day per week) for administrative work.

W hat you will get:

● An agile career and dynamic working culture.

● An inclusive and ethical workplace.

● Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

● Daily company bus from the MRT location near your home to and from the Tuas site.

● Fully paid medical insurance, and option to enroll family members at partially subsidized premiums.

What you will do:

1. To perform hands-on laboratory work in the upstream cell culture team contributing to the development of processes suitable for the cGMP manufacturing.

2. Conduct routine mammalian cell culture processes including subcultures, ambr15 miniaturized bioreactors, ambr250 miniaturised bioreactors, rocking bioreactors and 10L laboratory scale bioreactors.

3. Develop an understanding of cGMP manufacturing facility constraints and their impact on development activities.

4. Contribute to process characterisation activities by performing supporting laboratory scale studies.

5. Interpret analytical data provided by the analytical team to define subsequent steps.

6. Working as part of a site and global project teams to ensure timely delivery of project work stages.

7. May work weekends and public holidays as part of a rotational schedule.

What we are looking for:

1. Degree in a relevant Science field or Equivalent.

2. Practical laboratory experience in cell culture and laboratory-scale bioreactor runs.

3. Experience in culture conditions for mammalian suspension cells is beneficial.

4. Understanding of the theory and application of recombinant protein expression using mammalian cell culture systems.

5. Good understanding of cGMP regulations.

6. Good problem solving, analytical and teamworking skills.

7. The role will require weekend working on a rota based system.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.