ISPE Singapore's Affiliate Students' Chapter

Last week we conducted PharmaShare: a workshop on commissioning and manufacturing by ISPESC x AIChE @ NUS! We had the pleasure of hearing from Geoffrey Brown (Google) and Lex Wong (GSK), who shared their valuable experiences on pharmaceutical plant commissioning, quality control, and manufacturing. Our participants also discussed solutions to real-world industry challenges through the team brainstorming session! Thanks to AIChE for collaborating with us in this event!

🎙️ Episode 4 of PharmaGenesis is live now! What helps one build the skills for a successful pharma career—are they driven more by internal motivation or by external influences? Our speakers: 👩🔬Desiree Abdurrachim: Principal Scientist at MSD. 👩🔬Shirley Chia: Senior Engineering Manager at Amgen. 👩🔬Veronique Veillette, MSc: Head of Quality Control at Lonza. Stay tuned by following us on our Instagram @sgispesc!

🎙️ Episode 3 of PharmaGenesis is live now! In this episode, we break down the skills that matter the most for a fulfilling and impactful career in pharma. Our speakers: 👩🔬Desiree Abdurrachim: Principal Scientist at MSD. 👩🔬Shirley Chia: Senior Engineering Manager at Amgen. 👩🔬Veronique Veillette, MSc: Head of Quality Control at Lonza. Stay tuned by following us on our Instagram @sgispesc!!

🚀 Recap of SIT PHE x ISPESC PharmaCareer Day! ⚛ Our PharmaCareer Day was a hit, bringing together SIT students and seasoned professionals to explore diverse career paths in the pharma industry! We were thrilled to host: 👨🔬Chris S C LEE 李绍聪, Site Head, shared inspiring stories from his leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and resilience. 👨🔬Yufeng Liu, Senior Automation Manager, captivated us with his passion for innovative technology and how automation is transforming pharma. 👨🔬Aloysius Neo, a QA Associate with a keen eye for detail, who shared how quality assurance plays a crucial role in patient safety. Students had the chance to ask questions during the panel Q&A, gaining valuable information to help shape their career paths. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and to SIT PHE for collaborating with us !!

🎙️ Episode 2 of PharmaGenesis is out now! In this episode, we dive deep into the real-world experiences of breaking into the pharmaceutical industry. Hear first-hand stories about what it was like starting out, the common pitfalls, and valuable lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re an intern, a fresh graduate, or just curious about the field, this episode is packed with advice on how to navigate the early stages of your career. Don’t miss it! As speakers we have: 👩🔬Desiree Abdurrachim: Principal Scientist at MSD. 👩🔬Shirley Chia: Senior Engineering Manager at Amgen. 👩🔬Veronique Veillette, MSc: Head of Quality Control at Lonza. Stay tuned by following us on our Instagram @sgispesc!!

🎙️Introducing PharmaGenesis: ISPESC’s first ever podcast series!! Dive into insightful conversations with industry professionals, to explore career journeys, latest trends and learn about essential skills to thrive in the pharmaceutical industry. The first introductory episode is out on our channels now! Watch to learn more about the professionals and what we shall be discussing in this series! As speakers we have: 👩🔬 Desiree Abdurrachim : Principal Scientist at MSD. 👩🔬 Shirley Chia: Senior Engineering Manager at Amgen. 👩🔬 Veronique Veillette, MSc: Head of Quality Control at Lonza. Tune in to stay updated by following us on Instagram @sgispesc!!

ISPESC @ GSK Asia House STEM Insight Day! Our members had a fantastic time at the GSK STEM Insight Day, diving deep into the biopharmaceutical industry with hands-on workshops, insightful plenary sessions, and career talks. Some Key Takeaways from the day include: 1️⃣ Plenary Session: Understanding the process that goes behind the development of medicinal drugs up until its commercialisation. 2️⃣ Skill-based workshops to enhance our understanding of competencies required for real life jobs. 3️⃣ Recounting career journeys by industry professionals. 4️⃣ Opportunity to network with experienced GSK professionals. A huge thank you to GSK for hosting such an impactful event! We look forward to more opportunities to explore and grow in the pharma industry!!

Highlights from ISPESC x Lonza Plant Tour! 🏭 29th August 2024, marked the day when 40 of our ISPE Singapore's Affiliate Students' Chapter members explored the facilities at Lonza!! 🎛️ Students got to witness the behind-the-scenes look at the manufacturing plant and its key facilities, including: 1️⃣ Quality Control laboratories. (HPLC systems, analytical equipments) 2️⃣ Development Services laboratories. (small-scale bioreactor vessels, cutting-edge technologies) 🌐 The tour also provided students valuable interactions with industry experts from Manufacturing and Engineering, MSAT, CGT, QA, ODE, and HR, offering insights into various career paths and professional growth. Thank you, Lonza for collaborating with us once again, to organise this insightful plant tour, broadening our students' understanding of the industry and its cutting edge technologies! 🚀 We hope you enjoyed this enriching experience and look forward to seeing you at our future events, pushing the boundaries of science and technology together!!

🔙✨ Throwback to our PharmaGuide Meetup! One month ago our PharmaGuide participants had their enriching group-level meetups with their mentors! 🎯 Each group gained unique insights and industry-specific knowledge, setting a solid foundation for their careers: 1️⃣ Bryan Yohannan’s team explored key industry terms, illustrating how mentorship can provide valuable industry knowledge and accelerate career growth. 2️⃣ Wong Jianwei’s group benefited from tailored guidance, addressing specific needs and aspirations of each mentees. 3️⃣ Parvynpal Kaur’s background as a graduate engineer offered crucial insights on transitioning from academia to automation, inspiring the mentees to explore beyond their fields of study. 4️⃣ Chris Lee 李绍聪 provided career advice and skill-building tips, easing concerns about future paths with his extensive experience. 5️⃣ Jax Ethan Phua 潘建勳, MBA ‘s journey offered a glimpse into how unexpected turns in a career can shape success. Hope this session sparked insightful conversations and strengthened connections!