Associate Director Medical Quality Assurance (Asia)

BEATHCHAPMAN (PTE. LTD.); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a Senior QA professional to shape the regional Medical QA strategy across Asia. The role requires over 10 years of experience in regulated environments, including a deep understanding of GxP and Medical Affairs. Candidates will engage with health authorities and lead complex global projects. This position offers significant regional visibility and the opportunity to drive quality excellence across a global organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in regulated pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong knowledge of global regulatory expectations and inspection processes.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams in a global pharmaceutical environment.

Responsibilities

• Shape regional Medical QA strategy across Asia.
• Lead QA initiatives across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, PV and Quality.
• Engage directly with global and regional Health Authorities.

Skills

Leadership in Quality Assurance

GxP knowledge

Risk-based quality management

Engagement with Health Authorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

A rare opportunity to shape regional Medical QA strategy, work at senior leadership level, and drive quality excellence across Asia within a globally established organisation.

This is a senior regional role for a hands-on QA professional with deep expertise in GxP, Medical Affairs, and risk-based quality management, operating within a complex global matrix environment.

Key focus areas

• QA leadership across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, PV and Quality
• Direct engagement with global & regional Health Authorities
• Leading complex global projects in a matrix environment

This role offers strong regional visibility, inspection exposure, and the opportunity to shape Medical QA strategy across Asia.

Qualifications and experience

1. Bachelors degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, or related discipline (Masters preferred) with 10+ years of experience in regulated pharmaceutical environments spanning Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, and/or Quality Assurance (preferred)
2. Strong knowledge of global regulatory expectations and inspection processes
3. Proven leadership experience managing regulated activities across Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance and/or Quality Assurance, with a strong track record of working cross-functionally in a global, matrix pharmaceutical environment.
4. Hands-on experience engaging directly with Global, Regional, and Local Health Authorities (e.g. FDA, EMA, MHRA, HSA, NPRA, MFDS, TFDA, etc.), with a strong understanding of clinical development requirements and the science of product development.
5. Demonstrated experience leading and managing global projects, influencing senior stakeholders and driving outcomes across regions.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out confidentially for further discussion.

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BeathChapman Pte Ltd
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