R&D Chemist (MNC | AWS | Jurong Island) (ID: 683171)

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in technology transfer in Singapore is seeking a candidate to support product development through managing product transfers and leading lab trials. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with proficiency in laboratory equipment. You will collaborate with global stakeholders and focus on continuous process improvement. The position requires a detail-oriented individual comfortable with occasional overseas travel.

Qualifications

• Master's or bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering.
• Technical experience in R&D in related fields.
• High proficiency in laboratory instruments.

Responsibilities

• Manage product transfers ensuring process validation.
• Lead lab and pilot-scale trials.
• Design and conduct experiments to minimize downtime.

Skills

Laboratory equipment proficiency

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

HPLC/ELSD

Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

Job description

Summary
You will play a key role in supporting the transfers of products and technologies by conducting research, performing lab & pilot experiments, and assisting in various stages of the product development process that is applicable to Asia Pacific. You will collaborate on the installation of new equipment and the improvement of the existing equipment in the lab and/or pilot.

Job Scope

• Manage product transfers from HQ to Singapore, ensuring process validation and successful industrialization.
• Lead the lab & pilot-scale trials using equipment such as reactors, columns, condensers, mixers, vacuum systems, and filter units.
• Design, conduct laboratory/pilot trials and analysis to support global scale-up protocols, evaluate process modifications, qualify new raw materials, and assess new process technologies.
• Maintain laboratory & pilot equipment, supplies, perform analytical analysis and troubleshooting.
• Monitor and analyze stability data from lab and pilot batches to support commercialization decisions.
• Drive continuous process improvement initiatives in collaboration with Production, Quality, and R&D teams.
• Design and conduct experiments aimed at minimizing production downtime, enhancing product quality, and reducing manufacturing costs.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions during scale-up or routine manufacturing.
• Participate in non-conformity issues by finding/providing technical solutions.
• Oversee installation, validation, and operation of lab equipment; develop related SOPs.
• Support method development and validation with HQ R&D team; lead method transfers and training to contract manufacturer’s QC labs.
• Train technical staff on new processes and equipment.
• Evaluate and approve new raw materials in collaboration with global sourcing and regulatory teams.
• Support formulation adjustments and material substitutions when required.
• Work closely with global stakeholders (R&D, Regulatory, QA, Production) and Subcontractor.

Job Requirement

• At least a Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Preferably with technical experience in R&D with oleochemistry background, industrial plant, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and process environment.
• High proficiency in laboratory equipment not limited to Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR), Gas Chromatography-Flame Ionization detector (GC-FID), HPLC/ELSD, Coulometric Karl Fischer Titration, Dropping point and etc.
• Deep interests in Research Development field & Lab/Pilot Trials.
• Detailed oriented individual that can take initiatives and adjust priorities.
• Overseas travelling may required upon business needs.
• Comfortable to work in Jurong Island (shuttle service provided).

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.