Associate Specialist, Quality Control (WDA)

MSD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Singapore seeks an Associate Specialist in Quality Laboratory. This role involves performing analytical and microbiological testing, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining laboratory operations. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have 1 to 3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential. The position offers a two-year contract with extensive growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing

Well-structured career path

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of professional work experience in a quality laboratory.
• Proven experience in analytical testing and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and microbiological testing according to procedures.
• Review laboratory tests data and results for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct troubleshooting of test methods and equipment as required.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Microbiology Research

GMP Compliance

Laboratory Analysis

Chemical Analysis

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science / Life Science / Pharmaceutical Science / Engineering

Tools

SAP

Laboratory Instrumentation

Analytical Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

Based in Singapore the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on the Straits Times and Statistas list of Best Employers in Singapore for two consecutive years ().

Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Quality group ensures every single material inside our products is manufactured processed tested packaged stored and distributed aligned with our incredibly high standards of quality and meets all regulatory requirements. Partnering across our internal manufacturing facilities external contract manufacturers and suppliers we create an interdependent global manufacturing network committed to deliver a compliant reliable supply to customers and patients on time every time across the globe.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The position of Associate Specialist in Quality Laboratory will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within our this role you will be responsible for :

Perform analytical / microbiological testing of incoming materials in-process samples cleaning samples environmental monitoring samples utility systems intermediates and finished drug substances / products according to approved procedures.

Develop and revise Analytical Standards Standard Operating Procedures Work Instructions and other GMP documents.

Maintain proper laboratory housekeeping laboratory inventory and ensure inspection readiness.

Perform equipment preventive maintenance and calibration.

Review laboratory tests data and results to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance with established procedures.

Review vendor CoA / CoC of incoming material ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.

Perform release of tests / incoming material in SAP system.

Conduct troubleshooting of test methods and equipment as required identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the accuracy or reliability of test results.

Perform laboratory assessments of compendial updates and implement changes to analytical standards.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Science / Life Science Pharmaceutical Science Engineering or proven relevant experience.

1 to 3 years of applied professional work experience in the quality laboratory.

Personal Qualities

Leadership skills and ability to influence / collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.

Customer focus with strong business acumen and continuous improvement mindset.

Strategic and critical thinking mindset with a collaborative and problem-solving attitude.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

This is a career conversion programme under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and candidates must meet the following criteria and are open to the following conditions :

Singaporeans / Singapore PRs only

PMETs / Mid-Careerist with no prior work experience in Biopharma industry are welcomed to apply

Open to two years contract

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

Limitless opportunities across various areas in Manufacturing; well-structured career path

A state-of-the-art facility that delivers solution to its customers world-wide

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy creativity digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving so if you are among the intellectually curious join usand start making your impact today.

Required Skills

Accountability Accountability Adaptability Analytical Instrumentation Analytical Method Development Analytical Problem Solving Bioburden Testing Chemical Analysis Data Analysis Equipment Maintenance GMP Compliance IS Audit Karl Fischer Titrations Laboratory Analysis Laboratory Instrumentation Laboratory Maintenance Laboratory Techniques Microbiology Research Pharmaceutical Quality Control (QC) Process Troubleshooting Quality Control Management Sample Preparations SAP Project System (PS) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development 4 more

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Employee Status

Intern / Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship :

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Job Posting End Date

12 / 9 / 2025

• A job posting is effective until 11 : 59 : 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Academics,Ale,Asset Management,Instrument Maintenance,Database Administration,Data Analysis

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1