Associate Scientist

About the role

Our Client a world class healthcare company is seeking a Associate Scientist to provide robust analytical and technical quality control support within our laboratory operations. In this role, you will perform quality control testing, analytical method validation, and equipment cleaning verifications to support clinical campaigns and ongoing operational quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and packaging components to generate accurate results for release or rejection
• Perform cleaning verification and validation testing to ensure manufacturing equipment meets strict safety and quality standards for clinical use
• Execute analytical method validation, specifically focusing on cleaning method validation
• Maintain and calibrate non-GMP analytical laboratory equipment in accordance with established standard operating procedures
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and technical teleconferences as needed
• Co-lead and support the introduction of new analytical methods into site operations
• Facilitate seamless, timely technical knowledge transfer activities to receiving site teams and regional analytical groups
• Maintain strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), internal quality guidelines, and safety procedures
• Prepare laboratory systems and documentation for internal and external quality, cGMP, and safety audits
• Follow all site laboratory safety protocols, handle proper disposal of hazardous waste, and maintain exceptional standards of laboratory housekeeping

About you

• Diploma or Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related scientific discipline
• Minimum of 2 years of practical experience working in a Quality Control (QC) or R&D analytical laboratory environment under cGMP conditions
• Hands-on proficiency and strong technical execution in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Hands-on proficiency and strong technical execution in Gas Chromatography (GC)
• Hands-on proficiency and strong technical execution in Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Hands-on proficiency and strong technical execution in Karl Fischer (KF) Titration
• Hands-on proficiency and strong technical execution in physical testing standards
• Hands-on proficiency and strong micro techniques for Environmental Monitoring
• Clear technical communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and knowledge transfer
• Maintain personal training logs, ensuring all compliance certifications remain current
• Participate actively in routine safety audits and resolve assigned corrective actions promptly