Scientist MS&T, DSP

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

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Singapore is seeking a qualified individual to design, plan, and execute scientific experiments in the MS&T DSP Laboratory. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or related fields, with 2-8 years of DSP experience. Responsibilities include supporting tech transfers, conducting pilot studies, and ensuring compliance with GxP regulations. The company fosters an inclusive workplace and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 2 - 8 years of DSP experience in a biopharmaceutical environment.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory related to downstream processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead or participate in tech transfer of products to MS&T DSP Laboratory.
• Design and execute small and pilot scale studies.
• Support procurement and inventory management of chemicals for lab studies.
• Comply with GxP regulations and maintain documentation.

Skills

Downstream purification knowledge

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

University degree (BSc, MSc) in Chemistry, Biologics, Pharma/Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Design, plan, perform, interpret and report scientific experiments to contribute to overall MS&T strategies and objectives

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead / participate in tech transfer of products from Novartis network / external customer to MS&T DSP Laboratory. Participate in tech transfer activities from laboratory to commercial scale, support validation activities.
• Design, plan and execute small and pilot scale studies to support technical transfer or lifecycle management projects for downstream processes.
• Design, plan and execute DSP process development, characterization, and optimization studies.
• Prepare and maintain lab instructions, evaluate new equipment and technologies.
• Support qualification and calibration of lab / pilot equipment with accompanying change control, documentation, schedule, and maintenance.
• Support procurement and inventory management of chemicals and consumables for lab studies.
• Lead / participate in continuous improvement projects related to MS&T Laboratory.
• Support execution of MS&T Upstream and Analytics Laboratory activities as required.
• Comply with applicable GxP regulations, SOPs, HSE & other Novartis Guidelines in the laboratory. Maintain up-to-date documentation of laboratory work carried out including documentation storage and archiving.

Essential Requirement:

• University degree (BSc, MSc) in Chemistry, Biologics, Pharma / Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2 - 8 years of DSP experience in biopharmaceutical environment.
• Downstream purification knowledge and hands‑on experience in laboratory.
• Good presentation and communication skills, willingness to learn.

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