Esco Aster Pte Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Bioprocess Scientist Job in Saudi Arabia specializing in cellular agriculture to support large-scale cultivated meat production and advanced cell culture processes. This role is perfect for candidates with strong scientific backgrounds who want to contribute to innovative biotechnology solutions that impact global health, sustainability, and food systems. The position involves hands-on cell culture work, bioprocess optimization, troubleshooting, documentation, and leading scientific teams. Candidates will work in a regulated environment, ensuring consistent high-quality production while advancing next-generation biosolutions.
About the Company
Esco Aster Pte Ltd, founded in 2017, is an affiliate of Esco Lifesciences Group—Singapore’s most globalized life sciences company with operations across more than 42 locations and 26 direct countries. As a pioneering Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), Esco Aster enables scientists worldwide to translate laboratory research into commercially viable, affordable products.
The company is recognized globally for its breakthrough achievements, including becoming the first in the world to be certified for cultivated/cell-based meat under FSSC 22000. Esco Aster leads the region with end-to-end capabilities in cell line creation, immortalization, engineered cell lines, cGMP manufacturing, and analytical development for stem cells and exosome technologies.
Their mission is driven by the philosophy: “One World Biosolutions for One Health.” Working at Esco Aster means contributing to transformative biotechnology, sustainability, and future food systems for generations to come.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform mammalian cell culture for large-scale cultivated meat production.
- Prepare buffers, solutions, and culture media for both small and large-scale workflows.
- Analyze cell metabolites, media components, and process parameters using bioanalytical techniques.
- Troubleshoot issues related to cell growth, viability, and productivity.
- Document laboratory work accurately and maintain detailed scientific records.
- Communicate progress and technical updates with clients and project teams.
- Liaise with vendors and third-party labs to procure materials and obtain test results on time.
- Write and execute experimental plans, technical reports, protocols, and white papers.
- Lead, train, and manage research officers and junior scientists.
- Support product application, marketing content, and preparation of quotations.
- Ensure compliance with SFA guidelines and follow rigorous cGMP practices in large-scale cell culture production.
- Participate in continuous batch production while maintaining consistent product quality.
Requirements
- PhD in Biology or a related scientific field (mandatory).
- 1–2 years of hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture.
- Background in microbiology or cell biology.
- Laboratory experience in aseptic techniques, bioanalysis, and general lab workflows.
- Strong pipetting accuracy and familiarity with lab automation.
- Ability to read scientific data, review protocols, and prepare technical documents.
- Strong computer proficiency, including formulas and spreadsheet linking in Excel.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw scientific conclusions.
- Ability to focus and perform repetitive laboratory motions when required.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong organizational skills and scientific accuracy.
- Good presentation and documentation abilities.
- Ability to multitask and work independently or in a team.
- Adaptability, self-motivation, and a positive attitude.
- Leadership skills for managing scientific teams.
- Experience with lab-scale bioreactors (preferred).
- Ability to maintain accurate records and follow strict SOPs.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a world-leading biotechnology company in cellular agriculture.
- Exposure to groundbreaking innovations such as cultivated meat and next-gen cell therapy production.
- Leadership and career-growth opportunities in a fast-expanding scientific field.
- Hands-on experience in advanced bioprocessing, cGMP facilities, and emerging biological technologies.
- Collaborative, research-driven, and innovative work environment.
- Ability to directly contribute to global sustainability, food security, and cutting-edge biotechnology.
