The Opportunity
Esco Lifesciences Group is Singapore’s most globalized life sciences company, with annual revenues close to SGD 200M and global operations in over 20 countries across North America, Europe and Asia.
Esco Aster Pte Ltd is an affiliate of Esco Lifesciences Group and was first introduced in 2017.
At Esco Aster Pte Ltd, we are a contract development and manufacturing organization founded and deeply rooted by scientists enabling fellow scientists to translate their bench work into commercially available products and services at affordable prices.
The work we do creates a remarkable and lasting impact on our world. Join us as we redefine healthcare for the current and future generations to come.
Esco Aster.
One World Biosolutions for One Health.
Who we’re looking for
Physical/Mental Requirements/Work Environment
· Ability to read, analyze and interpret scientific data and publications.
· Ability to author or review protocols, technical reports, and technology transfer documents.
· Ability to author or review standard operating procedures and other related documents.
· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
· Repetitive motions due to certain laboratory techniques.
· Ability to adapt and keep up with rapid changes in a fluid and dynamic environment as this is a rapidly evolving space.
The Scope
You will be part of Esco Aster’s Analytical Development team and contribute to the company’s CDMO mission and objectives. You will carry out analytical development activities in support of drug substance and product manufacturing and testing. Your work will require close collaboration with the process development scientists and manufacturing team.
Reporting to: Head of Scientific & Sales Operations
Responsibilities
· Carry out Analytical Development experiments including synthesis, purification and analytical lab work.
· Support the development and validation of analytical methods, instruments and tools.
· Prepare high quality written experimental reports and analytical test reports, and present to supervisors including proactively recommend paths forward based on analysis.
· Be involved and contribute to creation of protocols and technical reports.
· Support the technology transfer of analytical methods to downstream teams, such as QC department or applicable operating department, including provision of necessary training.
· Assist in lab duties and administrative work including procurement, record keeping, maintenance of lab equipment etc.
· Keep up with interest in scientific principles, appreciate the need for detailed analysis and documentation.
· Exercise scientific creativity and independent thought in research & process development.
· Perform tasks in accordance with applicable regulations and site safety requirements.
· Undertake tasks assigned by leaders as and when appropriate.
Requirements
· Degree in Life Sciences or related disciplines.
· Minimum 2 years work experience in a science laboratory.
· Experience with good laboratory practices (GLP) will be an advantage
· Familiar with biological assays (Western blot, SDS gels, PCRs, ELISA, protein assays etc.) and/or physic-chemical analysis (UV/IR/Raman/MS Spectroscopy, HPLC, LCMS etc.)
· Familiar with cell culture, aseptic technique and analytical method development will be an advantage.
· Ability to plan and perform experiments in an interdisciplinary environment independently and efficiently.
· Proficient in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
· Able to work independently, self-starter, self-motivated and task oriented.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Strong team player, develop positive relationship with a strong set of interpersonal skills.
· During the start-up phase of the team/facility, be willing to take on expanded role to set up workflow/processes as needed.
Apply now by submitting a Cover Letter and CV to jobs@escoaster.com.
