Pharmaceutical Testing Staff
せいやくしけんかかりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that tests and evaluates the quality of raw materials and products for pharmaceuticals using analytical instruments and chemical methods.
Description
Pharmaceutical Testing Staff use methods such as HPLC, GC, and titration analysis to check the quality and compliance of pharmaceutical raw materials, intermediates, and final products. Based on SOP and GMP, they assist in creating test plans, perform sample pretreatment, operate equipment, analyze data, record and report test results, and are involved in instrument calibration and maintenance management. They provide accurate and reproducible data, supporting the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the pharmaceutical market and strengthening of quality regulations, demand for analysis and quality control personnel will remain stably high. Correspondence to GMP and ICH guidelines, as well as advances in analysis automation and digitalization, will require higher-level skills and knowledge.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clean Room Work / Fixed Hours / Laboratory Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Pharmaceutical Testing Staff (Junior) → Pharmaceutical Testing Staff (Senior) → Quality Control Staff → Quality Assurance Staff (QA) → Quality Control Manager
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Data Analysis / SOP Compliance / Sample Pretreatment / Titration Analysis
Recommended Skills
Analytical Instrument Maintenance / English Literature Reading / GMP Knowledge / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for interpreting measurement data and trend analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because even minor errors can affect quality judgments. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis and test data processing require numerical processing skills. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for troubleshooting analytical equipment and optimizing test procedures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Routine tasks predominate, and creative thinking is not highly required. |
Aliases
- Pharmaceutical Analyst
- Pharmaceutical Test Operator
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