Position: Scientist
Location: Mumbai
Industry: Pharma / Healthcare / Clinical Research
Qualification: M.Pharm / M.Sc
Application Deadline: 30th October 2024
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader dedicated to helping people live more fully at all stages of life. With a diverse portfolio of life-changing technologies across diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines, we strive to serve people in over 160 countries through our 109,000 colleagues.
Job Description
Purpose of Role
As a Scientist at Abbott, you will lead test method transfers and development, primarily for biosimilar products, injectables, and vaccines. Your role will require collaboration with various departments including Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Commercial, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure successful outcomes and avoid disruptions in the supply chain.
Core Responsibilities
- Support technical functions for established products in the MEAP and APAC regions, focusing on Abbott manufacturing facilities and Third-Party Manufacturers (TPMs).
- Provide technical support for cross-functional teams during the development, validation, transfer, and troubleshooting of drug products, particularly biosimilars and injectables.
- Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, UV, GC, Electrophoresis, ELISA, Peptide mapping, Bacterial Endotoxins, Bioburden, Sterility, HILIC UPLC, and Real-time PCR is essential.
- Ensure operational activities for product continuity and reliability, driving portfolio growth and cost improvements.
- Assist in technology transfer of products to the region and support product localization based on cost and regulatory requirements.
- Manage and maintain the Analytical Laboratory at the MS&T Goa site, ensuring compliance with global standards.
- Prepare validation and test method transfer protocols, reports, and deficiency letters as needed.
- Coordinate with global teams to align with product strategies and regulatory updates.
Candidate Profile
- Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field.
- Proven expertise in analytical method development, validation, and troubleshooting for biosimilars and injectables.
- Knowledge of statistical principles and quality compliance.
- Familiarity with global regulatory benchmarks and standards.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency in technology-driven tools.
- Adaptability to shifting strategies based on challenges.
- Willingness to travel and provide on-site support as needed.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the deadline of 30th October 2024.