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Assoc. Spclst, Quality Control (WDA)

CompanyMSD
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 7, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Associate Specialist will perform analytical testing on drug substances and products while participating in method validation and equipment qualification. They are also responsible for conducting laboratory investigations and ensuring compliance with GMP standards and laboratory housekeeping.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
39710
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At MSD, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.msd.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
About the Role

Job Description

The position of Associate Specialist in Value Stream (VSM) Laboratory 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 analytical testing intermediates and finished drug substances/ products according to approved procedures.

  • Participate in analytical method transfer/ 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 and ensure inspection readiness.

  • Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in science Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering or proven relevant experience

  • 0 to 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.

Senior Chemical Technician (WDA) – 2 years contract

  • 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 two consecutive years (2020, 2021).

  • Join the premier biopharmaceutical company that has been in Singapore for more than 25 years and in AP for over 60 years.

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Adaptability, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Method Development, Analytical Method Transfer, Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Testing, Bioburden Testing, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Testing, Data Analysis, Equipment Qualification, Karl Fischer Titrations, Lab Maintenance, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Maintenance, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Protocols, Laboratory Quality Control, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Safety {+ 9 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

NA

Job Posting End Date:

11/30/2026

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Key Skills
Analytical chemistryAnalytical instrumentationAnalytical method developmentAnalytical method transferAnalytical problem solvingAnalytical testingBioburden testingChemical analysisChemistryCleaning equipmentClinical testingData analysisEquipment qualificationKarl fischer titrationsLab maintenanceLaboratory analysis
Categories
Science & ResearchManufacturingHealthcareEngineering