Job Description

The position of Associate Specialist in Value Stream (VSM) Laboratory will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within our organization. 

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

• Perform analytical testing intermediates and finished drug substances/ products according to approved procedures.

• Participate in analytical method transfer/ 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 and ensure inspection readiness.

• Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in science Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering or proven relevant experience

• 0 to 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.

Senior Chemical Technician (WDA) – 2 years contract

• Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on The Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years (2020, 2021).

• Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Analytical Method Transfer, Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Testing, Bioburden Testing, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Testing, Data Analysis, Equipment Qualification, Karl Fischer Titrations, Lab Maintenance, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Maintenance, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Protocols, Laboratory Quality Control, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Safety {+ 9 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

NA

Job Posting End Date:

11/30/2026

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