Global Associate Director, API Process Engineering

Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director for API Process Engineering in Singapore. This role requires expertise in small-molecule API manufacturing and a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering. Responsibilities include leading API manufacturing sciences activities and providing engineering support across batch and continuous platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanistic modelling and process validation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Small Molecules API Manufacturing Sciences activities.
• Provide process engineering support for API platforms.
• Enhance process control through mechanistic modelling and data analysis.
• Lead technology transfer and API process validation activities.
• Establish best practices in commercial technology transfer.

Skills

Organic/Pharmaceutical chemistry

Process engineering

Problem-solving

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Director for API Process Engineering in Singapore. This role requires expertise in small-molecule API manufacturing and a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering. Responsibilities include leading API manufacturing sciences activities and providing engineering support across batch and continuous platforms. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of pharmaceutical industry experience and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration within a dynamic team.