Lead Specialist, Application (Analytical), APAC, HNC

Job title – Lead Specialist, Application (Analytical), APAC, HNC

Location – Singapore

The Lead Specialist, Application (Analytical) applies scientific procedures with the understanding of the nutritional products to conduct laboratory experiments and provide analytical support to HNC customers.

The specialist is responsible for coordinating with internal and external labs for analytical method development, sample testing, as well as carrying out laboratory experiments in the analytical lab, including nutritional panel analysis, microbiological analysis and individual molecule assessment

The incumbent is to conduct all analysis to approved scientific and internal methods within a timely, reproducible, and accurate manner with minimal supervision post training and is to work with Sales, Marketing and Technical BD for the review and analysis of samples to be tested.

Your Key Responsibilities:

To coordinate with internal and external labs for new analytical method development or transfer, as well as sample testing.
To perform in house analysis of vitamins, minerals and other HNC active ingredients related to nutritional products as defined by USP, AOAC, FDA, ISO, Merck, BP etc.
To review and assist team members to conduct shelf life analytical studies.
To monitor and analyze customer complaints and assist with investigations.
To perform, HPLC, Spectrophotometric and ICP analysis together with various other testing procedures as available with the analytical and IAC laboratories in Singapore
To conduct calibration and calculate standard curve analysis to ensure validity of results
To maintain accurate records of all results in a systematic manner for auditing and customer correlations
Work with sales and marketing to assist with customer presentations and product investigation
To present analytical results and recommendations to team members post conducting analysis
To keep up to date on the development of new procedures by attending conferences, working with collaborative institutions, and reviewing newly published scientific literature

We Offer:

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You Bring:

A Bachelor’s degree in science (chemistry, food technology, pharmaceutical)
5 years’ experience in a related analytical field
Be familiar with analytical methods and techniques
Understanding of regulatory guidelines and methods of analysis protocols
Ability to work independently and with teams to conduct investigative analysis
Have good verbal, written and presentation skills
Ability to conduct, understand variance and interpret analytical results
Experience in operating, maintaining, and calibrating analytical equipment

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.