Job Overview
We are looking for a Pharmaceutical Research Associate to support research and development activities within our biotechnology and medical diagnostics business in Singapore. The role will contribute to laboratory-based research, pharmaceutical and biomedical investigations, diagnostic technology development, and evaluation of research findings. You will work closely with scientists and cross-functional teams to conduct experiments, analyse research data, maintain accurate laboratory records, and support the development and improvement of biotechnology and diagnostic solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Support laboratory research and development activities related to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical diagnostic projects.
- Conduct laboratory experiments, assays, sample preparation, and analytical procedures according to approved protocols.
- Assist with the development, optimisation, and evaluation of research methods and laboratory procedures.
- Prepare, handle, label, and maintain biological, chemical, and diagnostic samples in accordance with laboratory procedures.
- Collect, record, analyse, and interpret experimental data using appropriate scientific methods.
- Perform routine laboratory testing and assist with troubleshooting when experimental results do not meet expected requirements.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, experimental records, research reports, and supporting documentation.
- Assist scientists and senior researchers with research studies, experiments, validation activities, and technical investigations.
- Support the evaluation and development of diagnostic assays, laboratory methods, or biotechnology-related applications.
- Conduct literature reviews and research into relevant pharmaceutical, biomedical, diagnostic, and scientific developments.
- Prepare summaries, presentations, charts, and reports to communicate research findings to internal stakeholders.
- Work with laboratory, quality, regulatory, product development, and technical teams on assigned research projects.
- Follow laboratory safety procedures, quality requirements, documentation standards, and applicable internal protocols.
- Assist with laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration records, inventory monitoring, and procurement of research materials.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory processes, experimental methods, and research workflows.
- Keep up to date with developments in biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, medical diagnostics, and relevant scientific technologies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biomedical Science, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
- 1–4 years of experience in pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, biomedical research, medical diagnostics, laboratory testing, or a related field.
- Practical experience with laboratory techniques, sample preparation, assays, analytical testing, or experimental research.
- Good understanding of scientific research principles, laboratory procedures, data analysis, and experimental documentation.
- Experience with molecular biology, cell culture, immunoassays, microbiology, analytical chemistry, or diagnostic testing will be advantageous.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment, research instruments, and standard laboratory practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to experimental detail.
- Ability to accurately record, organise, analyse, and present scientific data.
- Familiarity with laboratory quality systems, documentation requirements, and research protocols.
- Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with scientific and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and relevant laboratory or data analysis tools.
- Able to work independently while following established research procedures and laboratory requirements.
- Good command of written and spoken English.
Working Arrangement
- Full-time position based in Singapore.
- Work within a biotechnology and medical diagnostics research environment.
- Collaborate with scientists, laboratory specialists, quality, regulatory, technical, and product development teams.
- Support pharmaceutical, biomedical, diagnostic, and biotechnology research projects.
- Primarily laboratory and office-based work, depending on project requirements.
- Participate in laboratory experiments, research studies, validation activities, and technical development projects.
- Maintain compliance with internal laboratory procedures, safety requirements, quality standards, and research documentation practices.
- Opportunity to gain exposure to biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, medical diagnostics, and scientific product development.
Pay: $4,500.00 - $6,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ayer Rajah Crescent