Specialist, Quality Support - System Qualification (WDA)

Job Description

• Based in Singapore, the regional hub for Asia Pacific (AP) and top-ranked biopharmaceutical company on The Straits Times and Statista’s list of Best Employers in Singapore for three consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023).

• 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

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE

The position of Specialist in Quality Support - System Qualification will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within our organization. 

In this role, you will be responsible for all or subset of the key responsibilities below:

• Perform laboratory system lifecycle management, including system qualification/retirement, commissioning/decommissioning, calibration and maintenance, system administration, and periodic reviews, in accordance with approved procedures and standard lead time.

• Conduct troubleshooting of laboratory system lifecycle as required, identifying and resolving any issues that may impact the business/work efficiency.

• Assume role of Subject-Matter-Expert of laboratory system lifecycle, collaborates closely with other site and above-site functions. This includes actively participating in discussions, sharing expertise, and providing input to ensure alignment and consistency across the organization.

• Raise purchase request and perform orders confirmation and accrual for laboratory system lifecycle management.

• Assist in conducting laboratory investigations and ensure effective implementation of related actions within the agreed timeframe.

• Provide inputs for the development and revision of Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and other GMP documents.

• Execute section and Quality improvement initiatives and other special projects.

• Perform and review of Quality documents such as eshopfloor logs, eVal and etc.

• Provide skills training to other team members, ensuring they have the necessary knowledge and competencies to perform their duties effectively.

• Perform assessments of compendial updates and implement changes to Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and other GMP documents.

• Support and respond to audit requirements and findings.

• Any other duties as assigned by reporting manager.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Science/ Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering or proven relevant experience in a laboratory set-up.

• Minimum 1 year of applied professional work experience in the Quality Laboratory.

• General knowledge of laboratory system lifecycle management, calibration & maintenance, inventory and retention sample management.

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.

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively at appropriate level.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

This is a career conversion program 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

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Collaborative Development, Dissolution Testing, Driving Continuous Improvement, GMP Compliance, IS Audit, Karl Fischer Titrations, Laboratory Documentation, Laboratory Equipment Calibration, Laboratory Informatics, Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Laboratory Maintenance, Laboratory Safety, Microbiological Analysis, Microbiological Test, Periodic Reviews, Quality Control Management, Quality Management, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development, System Administration, Teamwork {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

12/9/2025

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