Associate, Manufacturing Science & Technology

ALCON SINGAPORE MANUFACTURING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth & Development

Collaborative Culture

Impactful Work

Recognition & Rewards

Global Exposure

Work-Life Balance & Well-Being

Job summary

ALCON SINGAPORE MANUFACTURING PTE. LTD. is seeking an Associate, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) to lead validation and qualification activities across aseptic facilities. You will provide expert support for process systems, equipment validation, and requalification in a GMP-regulated environment.

You will conduct OPV, data trending, and QRA to ensure robust processes remain in a validated state and drive continuous improvement with strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or scientific field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in validation and qualification activities within the pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated industry.
• Knowledge in aseptic and sterilization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing process verification (OPV), statistical analysis, and data trending to monitor product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Develop and maintain Quality Risk Analyses (QRA) for monitoring critical process parameters and quality attributes.
• Identify process deviations, quality risks, and improvement opportunities through data-driven analysis.
• Support continuous process optimization and ensure products remain in a validated state of control.
• Communicate process performance trends and key findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Support technical transfer and batch scale-up activities, providing process expertise for site-level implementation.
• Coordinate project execution (scope, timelines, feasibility studies, regulatory and validation batches) and monitor progress.
• Prepare manufacturing process transfer documentation and manage change controls through approval, implementation, and closure.
• Prepare, review, and approve validation protocols, reports, and supporting documentation for regulatory compliance.

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your careerlike never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As the Associate, Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) under MS&T Team, you will be responsible for validation activities for our highly regulated aseptic manufacturing facilities. You will provide scientific / technical expert support for all assigned process system and equipment validation /revalidation and requalification (time driven) activities - which may include automation/computerized systems, mixing/cleaning, environmental, media program, SIP, filter sterilization, autoclave, performed in compliance to cGMPs, SOPs and applicable guidelines and normative, with continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.

You will also perform product lifecycle activities and maintains oversight on relevant assigned processes and/or products through data trending and statistical analysis of critical parameters, ensuring process(es) are robust, in continued state of validation and continuously improving.

In this role, a typical day will include:

• Conduct ongoing process verification(OPV), statistical analysis, and data trending to monitor product quality and manufacturing performance.
• Develop and maintain Quality Risk Analyses (QRA), ensuring effective monitoring of critical process parameters and quality attributes.
• Identify process deviations, quality risks, and improvement opportunities through data-driven analysis.
• Support continuous process optimization and ensure products remain in a validated state of control.
• Communicate process performance trends and key findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Support technical transfer and batch scale-up activities, providing process expertise to ensure successful implementation at site level.
• Coordinate project execution, including scope, timelines, feasibility studies, regulatory and validation batches, while monitoring overall progress.
• Prepare manufacturing process transfer documentation and manage change controls through approval, implementation, and closure.
• Prepare and review the PQR data and provide the correct level of discussion on it.
• Execute and support process validation, revalidation, and continuous improvement activities to ensure manufacturing processes remain compliant and in a validated state.
• Prepare, review, and approve validation protocols, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional validation activities, including testing, study execution, documentation, and stakeholder alignment to achieve project objectives.
• Manage and support change control processes, assess proposed process changes, and ensure timely implementation, approval, and closure.
• Drive process optimization and technical improvement initiatives through data-driven analysis, investigation of process-related issues, and evaluation of critical process variables.

What You'll Bring to Alcon

• Degree in Engineering or scientific field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in validation and qualification activities within the pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated industry
• Knowledge in aseptic and sterilization
• Able to provide after office hours support for validation related activities when required

HOW YOU CANTHRIVE AT ALCON:

• Career Growth & Development - Gain access to continuous learning opportunities, leadership training, and career advancement programs to support your professional journey.
• Collaborative Culture - Work alongside passionate and diverse teams in a dynamic and inclusive environment that encourages innovation and teamwork.
• Impactful Work - Be part of a purpose-drivencompany that is improving lives by advancing eye care solutions worldwide.
• Recognition & Rewards - Your contributions are valued and recognized through competitive compensation, performance incentives and career progression opportunities.
• Global Exposure - Join a world-class organization with opportunities to collaborate across international teams and gain global industry insights.
• Work-Life Balance & Well-Being - Enjoy employee wellness programs, flexible work arrangements and initiatives that support your well-being.

At Alcon, we empower our people to make a difference while growing their careers in an exciting and supportive environment. Join us and see brilliance in every opportunity!