Drug Substance (DS) Specialist

PT SKPLASMA CORE INDONESIA; Jawa Barat; On-site; IDR 300.000.000 - 400.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical company in Indonesia is seeking a Drug Substance Specialist/Supervisor to manage plasma fractionation and protein purification processes. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or equivalent, at least 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, and proficiency in English and Korean. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with GMP standards in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with a focus on training production operators. A valid Pharmacist License (STRA) is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in pharmaceutical DS processes.
• Experience in the setup of fractionation & purification processes.
• Pharmacist License (STRA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage plasma fractionation and protein purification.
• Oversee API production in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Train and guide production operators.

Skills

Plasma fractionation

Protein purification

GMP compliance

English proficiency

Korean proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

[Pharmaceutical] Drug Substance (DS) Specialist / Supervisor

SK Plasma has grown steadily on the foundation of PDMP (plasma-derived medicinal products) business starting from 1970. In 2015, SK Plasma resolved to build a state-of-the-art plasma fractionation plant and has spun off from SK Chemicals Life Science biz., aiming to improve competitiveness in the global PDMP market. SK Plasma is building a plasma fractionation plant in order to improve the self-sufficiency of PDMP in Indonesia through a joint venture with capable business partners under the support of the Indonesian government

Role Description:

• Plasma fractionation and protein purification
• API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) production in biopharmaceutical manufacturing
• Operate and manage chromatography and ultrafiltration/diafiltration process for protein purification
• Operate and manage large-scale reactors, filtration systems, and continuous centrifuges
• Operate and manage sterile filtration procedures in compliance with GMP standard
• Train and guide production operator

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or equivalent fields (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
• Minimum 2 years working experience in performing, managing, and manufacturing DS processes within the pharmaceutical industry
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken)
• Experience in fractionation & protein purification processes within the biopharmaceutical industry
• Experience in the initial setup of fractionation & purification processes in a newly constructed biopharmaceutical facility
• Proficiency in Korean (both written and spoken)
• Having Pharmacist License (STRA)

SK Plasma Core Indonesia, part of South Korea’s SK Group, is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in plasma-derived medicines that treat hemophilia, immune deficiencies, and severe bleeding disorders. In partnership with Indonesia’s Ministry of Health, SK Plasma is establishing a plasma fractionation plant in Indonesia to secure local production of life‑saving treatments. More than a single project, SK Plasma is committed to building a sustainable presence by transferring expertise, supporting plasma donation programs, and ensuring reliable access to vital medicines made from plasma donated by Indonesians, for Indonesians.