Associate Analytical Chemist

Wipro Unza Malaysia; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro Unza Malaysia invites applications for Associate Analytical Chemist (1 Year Contract). The role focuses on advanced analytical testing, material characterization, and data-driven material optimization in a fast-moving consumer goods setting.

You will support raw material qualification, cost optimization, and supply-risk mitigation through analytical techniques like GC-MS, UPLC-PDA, GPC, FTIR, and potentiometry, while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, CGPA > 3.0.
• 1–2 years’ experience in analytical chemistry and statistics preferred in FMCG or related.
• Fresh graduates may apply.
• IKM Chemist registration is a plus.
• Hands-on with analytical instruments (UPLC, FTIR, GC-MS) and lab equipment.
• Strong statistics knowledge: ANOVA, t-test, F-test, Grubbs/Dixon tests, Horwitz.

Responsibilities

• Characterize materials and perform analytical testing to support cost optimization and supplier risk mitigation.
• Support formulation teams with in vitro SPF analysis, fragrance-retention, and anti-malodour studies.
• Conduct benchmarking analyses to provide comparative insights for material selection.
• Investigate raw material quality or performance issues and propose technical resolutions.
• Develop analytical methods for active-ingredient recovery and related applications.
• Perform validation studies to ensure accuracy and reliability of methods.
• Record and maintain accurate laboratory data and documentation.
• Support scientists with data interpretation and investigations.
• Contribute to overall laboratory operations and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, GLP and 5S.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

English & Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

UPLC

FTIR

GC-MS

Potentiometric titrators

Job description

Role: Associate Analytical Chemist (1 Year Contract)

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for an Associate Analytical Chemist to contribute to advanced analytical testing, material characterization, and scientific innovation. The role plays an important part in raw material qualification, quality control, cost optimization, and supply-risk mitigation through the evaluation of alternative materials, analysis of incoming materials, and retesting of materials approaching expiry. It also offers exposure to material science research, database development, and the advancement of analytical methodologies - strengthening technical capabilities and supporting the quality and reliability of raw materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical characterization and performance studies of alternative raw materials to support cost optimization and supply-risk mitigation initiatives, using analytical techniques such as GC-MS, UPLC-PDA, GPC, ATR-FTIR, and Potentiometry.
• Provide bioanalytical support to formulation teams in evaluating product performance and substantiating claims, including in vitro SPF analysis, fragrance-retention testing, and anti-malodour performance studies.
• Perform benchmark analyses to generate comparative insights and support formulation and material-selection decisions.
• Conduct raw material investigations to identify quality or performance issues and support effective technical resolutions.
• Develop analytical methodologies for active-ingredient recovery and other relevant applications.
• Perform validation studies for newly developed analytical methods, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and fitness for purpose.
• Support scientists with relevant chemical analyses, interpretation of results, and technical investigations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, analytical data, and technical documentation in accordance with established quality and operational requirements.
• Contribute to laboratory operations and undertake other relevant responsibilities assigned by management.

We are looking for...

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, preferably in Analytical Chemistry and a CGPA above 3.0.
• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in analytical chemistry and statistical analysis within the FMCG sector or a related industry is preferred.
• Fresh graduates are open to apply.
• Registration as a Chemist with the Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM) is an added advantage.
• Hands-on experience operating analytical instruments such as UPLC, FTIR, GC-MS, and Potentiometric Titrators, together with general laboratory equipment.
• Sound knowledge of statistical analysis, including ANOVA, Student’s t-test, F-test, correlation analysis, Grubbs’ test, Dixon’s test, HorRat values, Horwitz’s trumpet, and measurement of uncertainty.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with GraphPad Prism is advantageous.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality and operational standards, including ISO/IEC 17025, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and 5S.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret and communicate scientific data effectively.
• Ability to safely perform hands-on laboratory work and chemical analyses.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.