Total 3 Senior Executive chemist job vacancies in Science / R&D / Research category in Singapore

Job Description

• Lead, mentor, and support the team to build a collaborative, high-performing environment.
• Drive the creation of innovative formulations that align with market needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient project delivery.
• Enhance existing formulations to improve performance, stability, cost-efficiency, or regulatory compliance, maintaining quality standards.
• Partner with suppliers to assess and source new ingredients that meet performance and regulatory criteria.
• Conduct required testing, such as stability, packaging compatibility, and performance assessments.
• Provide technical guidance during scale-up and pilot production phases.
• Identify and resolve any formulation-related production issues to ensure product quality and efficiency.
• Maintain comprehensive records, test data, and technical documentation for traceability and reproducibility.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity, innovation, and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in personal care formulation.
• Strong understanding of raw materials, and formulation techniques.
• Familiarity with GMP and regulatory guidelines.

About the Company:
Our client is one of the leading pharmaceutical ophthalmic solutions manufacturers in the world, dedicated in providing sterile pharmaceutical ophthalmologic solutions, from prevention to delivery of care at every touchpoint, advancing wellness in hospitals, clinics and home-care sectors.

Position Overview:
The Senior R&D Chemist is responsible for designing and developing products to meet quality standards and regulatory requirements (cGMP, 21 CFR Part 211, EU MDD/MDR, ISO 13485). He/she coordinates and conducts testing in compliance with SOPs, ISO standards, and global market regulations for physical, chemical, and microbiological aspects.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee a team of chemists in R&D, Technology Transfer, and Projects.
• Develop and implement technical testing methods to meet regulatory requirements for medical devices and pharmaceutical products globally.
• Design testing methodologies for new materials and products and ensure compliance.
• Drive technology transfer initiatives and projects from lab to production scale.
• Identify chemicals to enhance product shelf-life and performance.
• Guide the QC team in good laboratory practices and accurate result interpretation.
• Develop and transfer new chemicals, ensuring thorough equipment and method validation.
• Update SOPs to align with evolving standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support external audits and inspections by certification bodies.
• Practice Good Laboratory Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and 5S.
• Drive innovation and automation in testing processes for efficiency.
• Any other tasks or projects that are being assigned by the immediate supervisor or Head of Department, as and when required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Chemistry with at least 8 years of hands-on R&D experience in the pharmaceutical / medical device sector.
• Strong understanding in regulatory standards that include GLP, GDP, cGMP, 21 CFR Part 211, EU MDD/MDR, and ISO 13485.
• Proficient in Product Development, with experience in producing cost-effective and robust technologies.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of problem-solving and team collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within diverse teams.

How to Apply:

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Sarah Sevilla

Registration Number: R22107553

EA License No: 18C9027

Reports to: APAC R&D Director

Location: Singapore

Works with: Regional and Global R&D members, Process Engineering, Product Development, Quality

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development of new adhesive and sealant materials for variety of markets including automotive, aerospace, rail and construction
• Complete necessary tests needed to develop adhesives and sealants
• Assist in scale up trials taking R&D prototypes to manufacturing
• Assist in product development, taking R&D developments to market
• Work with internal and external customers to understand requirements and specifications for new developments
• Assist Quality Department when problem solving needs arise by utilizing a science-based approach
• Assist material validation at customer
• Detailed record keeping in laboratory notebook
• Generation of intellectual property when appropriate
• Other tasks assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or Polymer Science
• Work experience in a laboratory or technical field highly desired
• Experience with rheology using parallel plate rheometer beneficial
• Experience with mechanical testing highly desired (tensile, shear and compression testing)
• Experience with titration techniques beneficial
• Knowledge of thermos-analysis techniques such as DSC, TGA and TMA beneficial
• Knowledge of FTIR useful
• Ability to work independently
• Fluent in both written and oral English
• Good communication skills both written and oral
• Pragmatic approach to opportunities and challenge