Pharmaceutical Testing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technician who conducts various physical, chemical, and biological tests and analyses to verify the safety and efficacy of pharmaceuticals, supporting quality assurance.
Description
Pharmaceutical testing workers handle a wide range of testing tasks, from raw material acceptance tests to quantitative determination of active ingredients in formulations, analysis of foreign matter and impurities, dissolution tests, stability tests, sterility tests, and biological tests. Each test is conducted in compliance with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and regulatory standards such as GLP/GMP, and the obtained data is analyzed and evaluated to prepare test reports. They collaborate with R&D and quality assurance departments to support the product quality management system, and also handle the introduction of new test methods and troubleshooting of equipment.
Future Outlook
With the globalization of the pharmaceutical industry and strengthening regulations, demand for specialized personnel in quality assurance and testing fields is increasing. While AI and automation technologies improve efficiency, there is a need for personnel with advanced analytical skills.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Meticulous / Motivated to improve / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clean room / Flex time / Laboratory work / Shift work / Team-based
Career Path
Testing Technician → Senior Testing Technician → Quality Assurance (QA) Officer → R&D Position → Manager (Quality Control Department)
Required Skills
Data Analysis / GC Operation / GLP Fundamentals / HPLC Operation / Test Report Preparation / Titration / UV-Vis Spectrophotometric Analysis / Work Based on Test Procedures (SOP)
Recommended Skills
Aseptic Manipulation / Bioassay / Dissolution Test / English Literature Reading / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for analyzing complex data and determining test results. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small differences can greatly affect results. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously adapt to new technologies and regulations. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Required for precise calculations and data analysis. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly work in temperature-controlled laboratories with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Chemical Analysis Skills Certification
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
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