10 Pharmaceutical Scientist jobs in Malaysia

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Magnequench is the preferred magnetic solutions provider in the bonded NdFeB magnet industry manufacturing and selling magnetic powder and polymer bonded magnets throughout the Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Our products are used to provide high performance magnetics for automotive, media storage, appliance industries and various other industries. Recently MQ is expanding its product portfolio to include NdFeB sintered magnets. The Magnequench research and development team in Singapore is looking for a Research Scientist to join our team to develop high-performance NdFeB sintered magnets. Please see our website for additional information.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Lead, plan and execute R&D projects on NdFeB sintered magnets.
• Develop new magnet alloys, processes and products with minimal supervision.
• Provide tech support for sintered magnet mass production at Narva, Estonia.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary project teams involving engineering and R&D at manufacturing locations and regional sales managers.
• Demonstrate competence in the use of all relevant processing, test and analytical equipment.
• Provide technical supervision to associate scientists.
• Document all phases of assigned projects; write complete reports.
• Assist in preparing patent applications/publications/meeting presentations/knowledge notes.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe workplace.
• Conduct other work as required in Materials and Magnetics Laboratories.

Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree (preferred) or master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering or Physics, with thesis in permanent magnetic materials (preferred in NdFeB sintered magnets).
• 0-5 years of post-graduate research experience, preferably in NdFeB sintered magnets.
• Hands-on experimental skills in NdFeB sintered magnets fabrication technology.
• Knowledge of NdFeB permanent magnets and their processing-microstructure-property relationship.
• Ability to analyze and work through technical and/or scientific problems.
• Ability to travel occasionally to our manufacturing sites in Europe and Asia.
• Good communication and presentation skills (in English).
• Highly motivated, team player.

The selected candidate will be located in Singapore. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Applicants are invited for the position of Research Scientist in Propulsion CFD research

• To perform Numerical Research
• Comprehensive knowledge in CFD to perform extensive code development.
• Prior experiences in OpenFOAM and appreciation of commercially-available CFD software

• Possess a Doctoral degree in the area of Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering,
• A good background in Fluid Dynamics / Aerospace Propulsion.
• Ability to work well with team member
• Good communication skills are essential.

Job description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and simulation, fabrication and characterization of nonlinear metadevices to enhance the efficiency of quantum light sources.

Job Requirement:

• PhD in applied physics, optics and photonics, electrical engineering or materials science.
• Hands-on experiences in nonlinear metasurfaces are needed (design and simulation, nanofabrication and characterization);
• Skills in van der Waals structures fabrication (exfoliation, transfer, twist and stacking) are advantages;
• Skills in nonlinear optics measurement (SHG and THG) and optical setup are advantages;
• Skills in optoelectronic photodetector development and measurement are advantages;
• Good team player, self-motivated, ability to carry out independent research, and persistence in solving technology challenges;
• Proven track record of high-quality scientific publications.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Successful candidate will work within a R&D team developing purification process and analytics for biotherapeutics production. Main responsibilities include:

• Be able to work as a lead scientist for the development of purification process and analytics for the production of a variety of emerging biotherapeutics, such as bispecific and multi-specific antibodies, vaccines, viral vectors and nucleic acid therapies.
• Be able to lead a few research officers to work on different industrial collaboration projects and in-house projects.
• Design and execute experiments based on proposed project scopes.
• Routinely run purification systems and crossflow systems for biotherapeutics purification and handle a range of analytical equipment for biotherapeutics characterization.
• Analyze data, interpret results and plan the next step.
• Regularly update project progress in internal and external project meetings and prepare project reports.
• Be compete at scientific writing, including scientific publication and grant application proposal.
• Perform general lab housekeeping and other administrative tasks.

JOB REQUIREMENT

• A PhD Degree in biochemical engineering, biochemistry, protein engineering or a related field with commensurate experience.
• Broad experience with preparative chromatography, including affinity, ion exchange, hydrophobic interaction, size exclusion, etc.
• Broad experience with other separation techniques, including clarification, filtration, precipitation, etc.
• Broad experience with bioassay and analytical technology, including ELISA, HPLC, PCR, SDS-PAGE, western-blot, DLS, etc.
• Hands-on experience with purification of biotherapeutics using protein purification system.
• Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are looking for researchers who have a passion in modelling complex large-scale urban systems.

They will work with a team of scientists and engineers that have a passion in understanding the dynamics of large-scale socio-technical systems such as power systems and energy infrastructure or urban transportation (land, air or sea).

Shortlisted candidates would have the opportunity to work with various external collaborators, either from government and/or industry and work on real-world problems, and apply various computational tools including models, simulation and AI to analyse their resilience and efficiency, as well as optimise their planning and operations.

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D in Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or related fields.
• Highly Proficient in Python, Java, or C++ programming.
• Relevant research/project experience in either of these fields:
  • Power systems and renewable energy transition.
  • Transportation and urban systems.
• Demonstrated experience using either open-source libraries and/or commercial software platforms relevant to the above fields of study would be highly desirable.
• Experience working on large scale real-world datasets would also be a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work individually as well as in a team

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Centre for Advanced Technologies in Online Safety (CATOS; was established in 2023 to host Singapore's Online Trust and Safety (OTS) Programme, a national research programme that leads the advancement of whole-of-nation technology capabilities to monitor and tackle online harms. The Systems Engineering Pillar of CATOS focuses on translational research and development, including evaluating, testing and integrating research output into needle-moving applications. One of the major outcomes will be a technological platform with an integrated suite of deep tech OTS engines, which analyses various internet sites and platforms for fast-trending harmful online content, such as non-factual claims, deepfakes, and hateful and toxic content. Different combinations of OTS engines can then be integrated and adapted to address the specific requirements of various stakeholders.

This role will be responsible for systematically evaluating AI models and datasets to understand the strengths and weaknesses of existing tools in this field and identify ways to adapt promising tools to their intended applications. The work will create valuable knowledge to inform end-users and technology researchers, helping to ensure that the technologies from CATOS and its partners are of desirable performance and robustness for the intended use cases and applications.

The candidate will assume the following roles and responsibilities:

• As a Research Scientist, contribute to the evaluation of emerging technologies and data underneath the technologies, which often require hands-on tech skills and data analytic / data science capabilities.
• Actively review relevant tech landscape from both academics and industry, construct datasets, perform evaluation, generate reports, and communicate the methodology, findings, and key takeaways.
• Collaborate with senior team members, stakeholders and cross-functional teams to incorporate requirements that may come from the evolving nature of the landscape.
• Contribute to key CATOS events that are aimed at engaging the researchers, industry, public agencies, NGOs and the general public.

JOB REQUIREMENT:

• A PhD degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Computer Engineering / Information Systems / Computational Social Science / Societal Computing / Human Computer Interaction or equivalent.
• A compelling scientific publications track record and demonstrable independent research capabilities.
• Hands-on experience in using machine learning, deep learning frameworks and models, especially expertise in Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Data Visualization, and Human-Computer Interaction.
• Proficient with programming languages. (e.g., Python, Java, C/C++, MATLAB)
• Experience and expertise in (Multi-Modal) Large Language Models are especially valued.
• Cross-disciplinary research experiences are especially valued, especially those related to online trust and safety.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working in a multicultural work environment.
• Candidates with no experience may apply.

Our research and engineering work is highly interdisciplinary, agile, and pragmatic in nature.

• We expect everyone to take ownership of their role, responsibilities, and tasks.
• We encourage everyone to speak upwhen they have feedback or ideas for improvement.
• We provide honest feedback to one another, which can be tough at times, but it fosters rapid learning.
• We careabout each other'sprofessional growth and well-being.

When applying, please share at least two representative research projects or publications that you have developed independently or contributed to significantly.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal

Your application will be processed only if you apply via NUS Career Portal

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We now seek a Senior Research Scientist to join the team with the essential qualifications listed below.

Qualifications

(1) a PhD with 3 years’ relevant post-doctoral experience,

(2) strong track record of research achievement evidenced by high-quality publications in a relevant field,

(3) high-level experience in hands-on use of a wide range of relevant research methods including molecular and cell biology, somatic cell genetics, protein & nucleic acid biochemistry, advanced fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry,

(4) skills in working independently and creatively to solve experimental problems and

(5) effective communication and presentation skills, with experience in communicating scientific work including scientific papers, presentations and reports.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

(1) Previous experience in research on genome stability mechanisms in carcinogenesis,

(2) Knowledge of DNA repair, replication and mitosis in oncogenesis and tumour suppression,

(3) Previous experience with genetically engineered murine models.

More information on careers in NUS can be found at

Please submit applications including

(1) a covering letter that explains why you are suited to this post,

(2) a detailed CV, and

(3) the contact details of 3 professional referees including your last position to the NUS Career Portal

We will only contact candidates who are shortlisted.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and evaluate advanced materials for energy applications, including fusion, fission, hydrogen technologies, or other extreme environment systems.
• Conduct research on materials for harsh and extreme environments to improve performance and reliability in energy systems.
• Assist project and group leaders in preparing research proposals and achieving OKR (Objectives and Key Results).
• Publish high-quality scientific papers and contribute to intellectual property development.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on energy-related projects.

Job Requirements:

• PhD in Metallurgy, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
• Strong publication record and/or relevant industry experience.
• Proven expertise in materials development for energy-related research such as fusion, fission, hydrogen, or other advanced energy systems.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques and performance evaluation in extreme environments.
• Solid understanding of metallurgy, material degradation mechanisms, and structural integrity analysis.
• Ability to work independently with a proactive and results-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and effective teamwork skills.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A*STAR’s Strategic Research and Translational Thrusts (SRTTs) are mission-focused programmes in strategic and emerging areas that are cross-disciplinary and of wider strategic interest to A*STAR and Singapore. Set up to address ambitious technological challenges towards impactful outcomes, each SRTT is led by a Programme Director (PD) and is centrally facilitated and supported by A*STAR HQ.

The Singapore Integrative Biosystems & Engineering Research (SIBER) SRTT harnesses synthetic biology capabilities to aid the sustainable transformation of Singapore’s Energy & Chemicals sector with the aim to expand to other sectors. It will create a synthetic biology platform initially for sustainable chemicals and fuels, powered by a unique organism library utilising the biodiversity of Singapore. SIBER’s vision is to be a premier hub in industrial biotechnology innovation for the energy / chemicals as well as other sectors, empowering Singapore to seize opportunities in the future bioeconomy.

We are looking for a Principal Scientist/Senior Research Fellow with expertise in metabolic engineering to join our laboratory in A*STAR SIBER SRTT.

Job Description:

• Lead, design and perform experiments involving cutting-edge strain engineering and / or metabolic engineering harnessing synthetic biology and engineering biology approaches for the production of high-value chemicals in microbial cell factories. This also includes, for example, aspects of laboratory automation, protein biochemistry, cell-free systems, biosensing, biosynthesis pathway assembly.
• Develop applied research, translational and commercialisation strategies, in coordination with the SRTT leadership team.
• Work closely with the other SIBER SRTT team members as well as other relevant research institutes in A*STAR.
• Apply for individual research grants as part of career development and apply proactively for other research proposals.
• Present findings at seminars, meetings and national / international conferences.
• Write manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to mentorship of PDRA, students, interns and technicians in the laboratory.
• Be an excellent communicator and team player.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international research network

Requirements:

• PhD in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry or a related field.
• At least more than 8 years of postdoc experience or independent research experience and leading a research team.
• Strong background in synthetic biology / engineering biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, with a demonstrated capability for developing and implementing independent research activities at the cutting edge of the field.
• Track record of peer-reviewed scientific publications with at least five first-authored or last-authored papers in internationally recognised journals.
• Think methodically and have dedication, motivation, creativity and passion for scientific research and continuous learning.
• Exceptional analytical, experimental design, technical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in communication by doing so in a straightforward and accurate manner, writing and editing scientific documents.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively and efficiently in an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong supervisory skills.
• A strong interest in the translational and applied aspects of research, including collaborations with industrial partners.
• Experience in omics technologies, HTP automation facilities, data analysis using various software, Design of Experiments and programming will be a plus.

We offer:

• A well-funded laboratory supported by A*STAR, the National Research Foundation (NRF) and industry to pursue a combination of exciting projects and your scientific interests.
• A nurturing, supportive and stimulating environment with close mentorship to develop your scientific career.
• Access to state-of-the-art technologies, scientific resources, core facilities and infrastructure housed within A*STAR to facilitate your research work.
• Access to collaborations with industrial partners to translate research findings to commercial applications and societal impact.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.