Research Associate, Analytical Chemistry & Biochemistry
Roles & Responsibilities
Research Associate, Analytical Chemistry & Biochemistry
Location: Singapore
Employer of Record: P-Con Management Pte Ltd (seconded to client site)
Engagement Type: Secondment / Outsourced Placement — Full-time
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About the Role
On behalf of a confidential client in the pharmaceutical / life sciences sector, P-Con Management is seeking a Research Scientist to support analytical chemistry and characterization work within a research and quality-focused laboratory function. This is a secondment placement: you will be employed under P-Con's payroll and deployed to work on-site (or in a hybrid arrangement, per client requirements) with our client's research team.
This role suits a scientist with hands-on analytical laboratory experience who is comfortable working across both chemical and biochemical sample types in a regulated, quality-conscious environment.
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Key Responsibilities
• Develop, validate and execute analytical methods for the characterization of small molecules, proteins and other biochemical compounds
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation (e.g. HPLC/UPLC, GC, mass spectrometry, UV-Vis, spectroscopy platforms)
• Analyze process materials, intermediates, reference standards and final products against defined specifications
• Interpret analytical data, prepare technical reports, and support investigations into out-of-specification or atypical results
• Support method transfer, stability studies, and comparability/characterization work as required
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready laboratory records in line with the client's quality systems
• Collaborate with research, quality and manufacturing-adjacent teams on analytical strategy and troubleshooting
• Adhere to the client's laboratory safety, quality and (where applicable) GMP/GLP requirements
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Required Qualifications
• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline
• Approximately 2–5 years of relevant hands-on analytical laboratory experience (post-degree)
• Demonstrated experience with analytical techniques such as chromatography (HPLC/UPLC/GC), spectroscopy, or mass spectrometry
• Working knowledge of method development and/or method validation principles
• Strong data analysis, interpretation and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a cross-functional research team
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience analyzing both small-molecule and biomolecule (protein/peptide) samples
• Prior experience in a GMP, GLP, or otherwise regulated laboratory environment
• Familiarity with electronic lab notebooks (ELN), LIMS, or chromatography data systems (CDS)
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions, stability programs, or technology transfer is an advantage
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Employment Terms
• Employed under P-Con Management's payroll for the duration of the engagement, seconded to the client's research site in Singapore
• Contract duration: 2 years
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P-Con ManagementPte Ltd is acting on behalf of a confidential client and is unable to disclose the client's identity prior to shortlisting.
Tell employers what skills you have
Analytical Chemistry
Molecular Diagnostics
Laboratory Safety
Collaboration
Small Molecules
Characterization
Analyst Notebook
Life Sciences
Analytical Instruments
Research Projects