How Will You Make an Impact?

The Scientist I, Molecular Biology will have responsibility in supporting scientific activities in the development of internal new product introductions (NPI). Housed within Thermo Fisher Scientific Singapore R&D, the successful candidate will provide technical support on a project level and will be expected to integrate into a dynamic and multidisciplinary team. The successful applicant is required to exhibit results-oriented attitude with the ability to thrive in the fast-paced environment of biotechnology. As part of the product development team, the candidate will possess the technical competency and professionalism in execution of activities and deliver detail-oriented quality results in order to meet project timelines and alignment with the business needs.

Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8-515pm
Location: Marsiling, Singapore (8-10 mins walk from Woodlands MRT / bus interchange)
Reporting to: Manager, Molecular Biology
 

What will you do?

• Development of qPCR and CE assays for new product introduction and support routine microbiological culturing activities.
• Execute experiments independently and analyze data set under guidance of senior group members and keep a detailed record of experiments.
• Write procedures, protocols and reports.
• Exercise independent judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Recommend and execute changes to processes, procedures or products internally to the department.
• May train and guide interns
• Adhere to internal policies and procedures, as well as external quality standards.

How will you get here?

Education/Experience

• Required - Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or similar

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Good practical knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
• Possess good laboratory and documentation practices.
• Driven to deliver quality results on time and in a highly ethical and professional manner
• Demonstrated resourcefulness, self-motivation, systematic and analytical thinking, directed toward achieving objectives.