The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) has a job opportunity for the position of Senior Scientist II in the Analytical Research & Development (ARD) Laboratory in Hyderabad, India. This is a supervisory role with the following key responsibilities:
Job Responsibilities:
- 50%: Lead the isolation/purification of known and unknown impurities/compounds using preparative HPLC and characterization through various analytical techniques. Review sample analysis and prepare development reports for synthetic support projects.
- 20%: Ensure proper calibration of equipment, perform IQ/OQ/PQ for new instruments, and maintain GLP & safety standards in the lab. Coordinate with the synthetic R&D team to deliver results.
- 20%: Develop safety projects, participate in cross-functional teams, implement corrective actions with Quality Assurance, and conduct internal audits.
- 10%: Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging principles at USP India.
Candidate Profile:
- Qualifications: MSc in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or M.Pharm (13-15 years of experience) or Ph.D. (10-13 years of experience) in Analytical Research and Development.
- Skills:
- Hands-on experience with chemical methods and instruments like Prep HPLC and HPLC.
- Expertise in HPLC & Prep HPLC method development and familiarity with LCMS, GCMS, FTIR, UV-Visible, NMR, etc.
- Experience in analytical testing, development, and GMP/GLP environment documentation.
- Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of GMP/ISO-IEC 17025 Guidelines and proficiency in electronic notebooks (ELN, Empower, NuGenesis) are advantageous.
Additional Information:
- Experience: 5+ years in a relevant field.
- Location: Hyderabad, India.
- Industry: Pharma, Healthcare, Clinical Research.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with strong experience in analytical research and development, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry.