Job Description

The position of Associate Specialist, (Quality Lab) in Pharm / Component Lab will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within our organization. 

Associate Specialist (Chemist)

In this role, you will be responsible for all or subset of the key responsibilities below:

• Perform analytical testing of incoming materials, cleaning samples, intermediates and finished drug substances/ products according to approved procedures.

• Participate in analytical/ validation/ verification, new product introduction and equipment qualification.

• Assist in conducting laboratory investigations and ensure effective implementation of related actions within the agreed timeframe.

• Provide inputs for the development and revision of Analytical Standards, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and other GMP documents.

• Maintain proper laboratory housekeeping, laboratory inventory and ensure inspection readiness.

• Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects.

• Perform equipment preventive maintenance and calibration.

• Perform review of laboratory documents such as orphan data check and equipment logs.

What are we looking for?

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Science/ Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering or proven relevant experience.

• 1 - 3 years of applied professional work experience in the Quality Laboratory.

Personal Qualities

• Leadership skills and ability to influence/collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.

• Customer focus with strong business acumen and continuous improvement mindset.

• Strategic and critical thinking mindset with a collaborative and problem-solving attitude.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Analytical Problem Solving, Bioanalysis, Bioburden Testing, Chemical Analysis, Data Analysis, Karl Fischer Titrations, Lab Equipment Maintenance, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Equipment Installation, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Lab Testing Equipment, Maintenance Processes, Microbiology Research, Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacotherapeutics, Pharmacovigilance, Scheduling, Teamwork, Technical Transfer {+ 1 more}

Preferred Skills:

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This is a 1 year contract position.

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Employee Status:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

09/30/2026

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