Associate Chemist (Trainer)

About the role

Abbott's nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, including brands such as Similac, PediaSure, Pedialyte, Ensure and Glucerna. As Associate Chemist (Trainer), you ensure that laboratory personnel are trained, qualified and competent to perform testing safely and effectively, and that training complies with internal procedures, GMP, GLP, Class A and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. The position is based in Tuas, Singapore.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver laboratory onboarding, technical and compliance training to new hires and existing laboratory personnel.
• Assess trainee competency through observations, practical demonstrations and proficiency evaluations.
• Develop, review and maintain training materials, work instructions, training modules and qualification programs.
• Coordinate analyst qualification and requalification for laboratory methods and equipment, and coach analysts on consistent testing procedures and good documentation.
• Maintain training records and qualification matrices, and monitor training effectiveness.
• Support investigations, batch corrections, risk releases, CAPA implementation and continuous improvement by addressing knowledge and skill gaps.
• Ensure laboratory activities follow safety requirements, GMP, GLP and ISO/IEC 17025, and support audits by keeping training systems and documentation compliant.
• Share best practices across shifts, support plant operations when needed, and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Food Science, Food Technology or a related discipline; or a diploma with at least 1 to 3 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Preferably 1 to 3 years of experience in a chemistry, quality control or analytical testing laboratory.
• Experience in training, coaching, mentoring or competency assessment is preferred.
• Good presentation, communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to people with different experience levels.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation such as HPLC, UV-Vis, ICP and FTIR.
• Knowledge of GMP, GLP and ISO/IEC 17025.