Chemist

MSD·Singapore·Operations

MSD is hiring a Chemist in Singapore. Posted 2026-09-11; applications close 2026-11-10 (in 51 days).

Role details

The Associate Specialist (Quality Lab) in Pharm/Component Lab is responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within the organization.

Associate Specialist (Chemist) — Responsibilities

  • Perform analytical testing of incoming materials, cleaning samples, intermediates, and finished drug substances/products according to approved procedures.
  • Participate in analytical/validation/verification, new product introduction, and equipment qualification.
  • Assist in conducting laboratory investigations and ensure effective implementation of related actions within the agreed timeframe.
  • Provide inputs for the development and revision of Analytical Standards, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, and other GMP documents.
  • Maintain proper laboratory housekeeping, laboratory inventory, and ensure inspection readiness.
  • Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects.
  • Perform equipment preventive maintenance and calibration.
  • Perform review of laboratory documents such as orphan data checks and equipment logs.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science/Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering, or proven relevant experience.
  • 1–3 years of applied professional work experience in the Quality Laboratory.

Personal Qualities

  • Leadership skills and ability to influence/collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.
  • Customer focus with strong business acumen and a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Strategic and critical thinking mindset with a collaborative, problem-solving attitude.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

Required Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Instrumentation
  • Analytical Method Development
  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Bioanalysis
  • Bioburden Testing
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Data Analysis
  • Karl Fischer Titrations
  • Lab Equipment Maintenance
  • Laboratory Analysis
  • Laboratory Equipment Installation
  • Laboratory Instrumentation
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Lab Testing Equipment
  • Maintenance Processes
  • Microbiology Research
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Pharmacotherapeutics
  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Scheduling
  • Teamwork
  • Technical Transfer

Employment Details

  • Contract length: 1 year
  • Employee status: Temporary (Fixed Term)
  • Flexible work arrangements: Not Applicable
  • Job posting end date: 09/30/2026

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