About the role:
10x is seeking a detail oriented and proactive Process Scientist within the Singapore Manufacturing Operations team. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally within Operations and externally with R&D teams to support technology transfers and sustaining activities necessary for the rapid expansion of 10x product lines.
The ideal candidate would have a solid working knowledge of molecular biology and good understanding of engineering concepts to contribute meaningfully towards troubleshooting QC failures and improving QC methods for novel reagents at 10x.
What you will be doing:
- Provide technical support to Production and QC teams on the day-to-day manufacturing issues, deviations and non-conformances.
- Trend Process/QC data, perform commonality analysis and cause and effect diagrams for troubleshooting and root cause investigations.
- Design and conduct experiments (eg PCR, qPCR, NGS) to verify underlying reaction mechanisms, guardband specification limits and optimize processes or QC methods using DOE methodologies.
- Analyze, interpret results and communicate recommendations to both internal and external teams
- Collaborate cross-functionally and participate actively in global discussions on Process and QC improvements to achieve higher efficiency and yields.
- Support tech transfer and implementation of new products, processes and QC methods from HQ to Singapore Manufacturing Operations.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimally a Masters (PhD preferred) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in academic or industry labs (process development, molecular biology, or chemical engineering).
- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, NGS).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Open and creative mindset to work on multidisciplinary problems.
Preferred Skills and Background:
- Experience with statistical tools (JMP, Excel, DOE, SPC, or similar).
- Exposure to development of analytical method for small molecules or enzymes is a plus
- Exposure to regulated lab environments (ISO13485 or GMP) is a plus.
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About 10x Genomics
At 10x Genomics, accelerating our understanding of biology is more than a mission for us. It is a commitment. This is the century of biology, and the breakthroughs we make now have the potential to change the world.
We enable scientists to advance their research, allowing them to address scientific questions they did not even know they could ask. Our tools have enabled fundamental discoveries across biology including cancer, immunology, and neuroscience.
Our teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.
Individuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.
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What We Do
Accelerating biological understanding and discovery is more than a mission for 10x Genomics. It’s a commitment. Fueled by equal parts scientific vision and determined passion, we are enabling fundamental research across the life sciences by delivering rapid innovation that allows our customers to resolve complex biology—across the fields of oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and more.
As we deliver powerful new methods for discovery, we create opportunities for scientists to address and reveal the true complexities of biology and disease. Already, our products have been adopted by researchers around the world, including 97 of the top 100 global research institutions and 19 of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies, and have been cited in over 1,200 research papers on discoveries across the life sciences.
