Associate Specialist, Quality Control (Value Stream Laboratory)

About the role

This is a career conversion programme under Workforce Singapore (WSG) for an Associate Specialist in the Value Stream (VSM) Laboratory. The role ensures and maintains high standards of quality and compliance within the organisation. It is open to Singaporeans and Singapore PRs only, and accepts PMETs and mid-careerists with no prior biopharma experience; the contract is open to a two-year term.

Key responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of intermediates and finished drug substances/products according to approved procedures.
• Take part in analytical method transfer, validation and verification, new product introduction and equipment qualification.
• Assist in laboratory investigations and make sure related actions are implemented within the agreed timeframe.
• Contribute to 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.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, pharmaceutical science, engineering or equivalent, or proven relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of related experience in manufacturing or a third-party testing laboratory, preferably with an HPLC background.
• Leadership skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.

Required skills

• Analytical chemistry and analytical instrumentation
• Analytical method development and transfer
• Analytical testing and chemical analysis
• Bioburden testing and equipment qualification
• Data analysis and laboratory operations

The employer states that relocation, visa sponsorship and travel are not required, and there is no relocation allowance.