Research Assistant​/Associate; QC Chemist

Job Title:

Research Assistant/Associate (QC Chemist).

University-Level Unit:
Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.

Faculty/Department-Level Unit:
Dean-Med-Clinical Imaging Research Centre.

Employee Category:
Research Staff.

:
Kent Ridge Campus.

Posting

Start Date:

09/09/2026.

The National University of Singapore invites applications for Research Assistant/ Research Associate (Quality Control (QC) Chemist) in the Clinical Imaging Research Centre (CIRC) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. CIRC is a dedicated molecular imaging research centre. It is equipped with on-site capability for the preparation of PET radiopharmaceuticals in a state-of-the-art GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)-certified facility. CIRC is positioned to support both academic and commercially led clinical research programs, with dedicated clinical imaging facilities area advanced modalities of PET-CT and PET-MRI.

For more details on what we do, do visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Appointments will be made on a two-years contract basis with the possibility of extension.

The QC Chemist will be responsible to, and work closely with Head of QC, to ensure the successful and safe release of radiopharmaceuticals manufactured  QC Chemist’s principal role will be to perform all quality control tests required by pharmacopeia. Alongside with maintaining the inventory of raw materials, maintenance of equipment and all the necessary documentation required for the QC laboratory in compliance to PIC/S GMP.

• Perform analytical chemistry testing, including HPLC, GC, radio-TLC, and other relevant techniques, to ensure radiopharmaceutical products are safe and suitable for clinical use in accordance with PIC/S GMP requirements.
• Support Production investigational testing when required.
• Manage environmental monitoring activities in cleanroom facilities, including environmental monitoring and airborne particle monitoring, in compliance with PIC/S GMP.
• Perform and oversee routine microbiological testing, including microbial plate incubation, sterility testing, and bioburden testing. Liaise with third-party contractors where required.
• Manage raw materials, including inventory control, purchasing, receiving, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Establish, develop, optimise, and validate QC test methods for radiopharmaceutical release testing in accordance with PIC/S GMP requirements.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining quality documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WINs), Recordsheets (RECs), validation protocols, and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs).
• Ensure that all required documentation and records are properly maintained and readily available within the QC laboratory.
• Support the management of QC and metabolite laboratory equipment, including equipment qualification, operation, preventive maintenance, cleaning, calibration, and requalification.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping within the QC laboratory and cyclotron facility.
• Manage the appropriate segregation, handling, and disposal of chemical and biohazardous wastes.
• Comply and assist in maintaining good occupational safety and health practices in the QC laboratory in accordance with university guidelines and applicable safety requirements.
• Undertake cross-training in routine radiopharmaceutical manufacturing within the Production team if required.
• Perform other ad hoc duties and responsibilities as required for this role.

Physical Demands and Work Environment.

Personnel Should Be Comfortable With:

• Exposure to radiation when handling radioactive samples.
• Handling of chemicals for QC testing (flammables, acids, and bases).
• Handling of chemical and biohazard wastes.
• Occasion lifting of heavy…