Senior / Pharmacy Technician (Compouding Hub)

National Cancer Centre Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Cancer Centre Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support the Pharmacy Compounding Hub by preparing sterile compounded drugs (cytotoxic, immunotherapy, clinical trials) and ensuring GMP-compliant aseptic practices in a highly regulated healthcare environment.

You will handle cytotoxic waste, assist in cleanroom qualification and maintenance, participate in quality and medication-safety initiatives, and help procure supplies to guarantee uninterrupted drug availability.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or GCE ‘O’ Level with a Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification from the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore.
• Experience in aseptic compounding and sterile manufacturing is an advantage.
• Knowledgeable in PIC/s USP or other equivalent sterile compounding standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of sterile compounded drugs (i.e., cytotoxic drugs, immunotherapy agents, clinical trials drugs, etc.).
• Managing of cytotoxic waste/spills and handling of hazardous drugs
• Maintaining strict compliance with aseptic compounding practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and other cleanroom protocols in accordance with GMP requirements
• Participating in quality improvement and medication safety initiatives
• Performing routine cleaning of cleanroom facilities and compounding equipment
• Support cleanroom qualification, validation and maintenance activities
• Assisting in procurement and replenishment activities to ensure uninterrupted supply of drugs, consumables and other cleanroom supplies

Skills

Aseptic compounding

Sterile manufacturing

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Regulatory knowledge (GMP/PIC-s)

Education

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or GCE O Level + Certified Pharmacy Technician

Job description

About Us

The National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) is a leading national and regional tertiary cancer centre, attending to the majority of cancer cases in Singapore’s public healthcare sector. We offer world class oncology care by having the best talent, doing robust clinical and translational research and leading education efforts to improve cancer outcomes. Join us to build a meaningful career and offer patients hope for a cancer-free tomorrow.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the preparation and supply of sterile compounded medications prepared in the Pharmacy Compounding Hub, in compliance with the department’s standard operating procedures, work instructions, as well as regulatory requirements. You will also be responsible for maintaining strict compliance with aseptic compounding practices to comply with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Some of the Key Responsibilities Includes:

• Preparation of sterile compounded drugs (i.e., cytotoxic drugs, immunotherapy agents, clinical trials drugs, etc.)


• Managing of cytotoxic waste/spills and handling of hazardous drugs


• Maintaining strict compliance with aseptic compounding practices, Standard Operating Procedures, and other cleanroom protocols in accordance with GMP requirements


• Participating in quality improvement and medication safety initiatives


• Performing routine cleaning of cleanroom facilities and compounding equipment


• Support cleanroom qualification, validation and maintenance activities


• Assisting in procurement and replenishment activities to ensure uninterrupted supply of drugs, consumables and other cleanroom supplies

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science or GCE ‘O’ Level with a Certified Pharmacy Technician Certification from the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore


• Experience in aseptic compounding and sterile manufacturing is an advantage


• Knowledgeable in Pharmaceutical Inspection Convention (PIC/s) USP or other equivalent sterile compounding standards


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong teamwork and communication skills


• Able to work effectively in a time-sensitive environment