Analytical Scientist Injectable

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Family support (maternity & paternity)

Medical and life coverage

Continuous professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading multinational pharmaceutical company in Hyderabad is seeking an Analytical Scientist for its R&D team. The role involves developing and validating analytical methods for injectable products, ensuring compliance with regulations, and training QC teams. Candidates should have a Master's in science, specifically in Organic Chemistry or related fields, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical method development. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s in relevant scientific field such as Organic Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in analytical method development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for injectable products.
• Conduct Drug Master File and literature reviews.
• Perform validation studies and transfer methods to QC.
• Analyze product development batches for prototype screening.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with GLP.

Skills

Analytical method development

Process scale-up of injectable products

Formulation development

Understanding of ANDA filing requirements

Regulatory guidelines knowledge

Method validation and documentation

Education

Master’s in Science (Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Job description

Job Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hyderabad, Telangana. With over 24,000 employees worldwide, we strive to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines under our slogan Good Health Can’t Wait. Our R&D, manufacturing, and commercial operations span 66 countries and 55+ markets, including the USA, Canada, Europe, China, LATAM and ASEAN. We are committed to an inclusive workforce and uphold an equal‑opportunity policy that respects every protected characteristic under applicable law.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Analytical Scientist to join our Research and Development team for the Injectable Division. The role involves developing and validating analytical methods for injectable products, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting literature reviews, scaling up for manufacturing batches, coordinating manufacturing readiness, overseeing plant execution, and facilitating seamless technology transfer.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for injectable products.
• Conduct Drug Master File and literature reviews, and procure the relevant columns and standards to initiate method development.
• Perform validation studies to ensure accuracy and reliability, and transfer validated methods to the QC department.
• Execute analytical activities per defined procedures, document data, and submit results for review and release.
• Analyze product development batches for prototype screening across various tests specified in the specification.
• Provide method development reports and ensure method validation at manufacturing sites meets regulatory requirements.
• Transfer methods to plant locations and train QC teams for commercial batch analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and instruments per GLP standards, calibration schedules, and SOPs.
• Keep laboratory workspace clean, organized, and temperature‑controlled for optimal analytical conditions.
• Maintain well‑organized documents ensuring compliance with internal and external audits.

Qualifications

Educational Qualification: Master’s in Science (Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field).

Minimum Work Experience: 5 years in analytical method development.

Technical Skills

• Experience with process scale‑up of injectable products.
• Experience in formulation development and expertise in inhalation/injectable dosage forms.
• Understanding of Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) filing requirements.
• Experience in process optimization, manufacturing, and technology transfer.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines and industry standards related to pharmaceutical development and analysis.
• Proven experience in method validation and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Behavioral Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with own team and cross‑functional teams.

Benefits Offered

Dr. Reddy’s actively supports career growth with personalised learning programs and industry‑grade benefits: relocation support, family support (maternity & paternity), medical and life coverage for you and your family, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Our Work Culture

Our credo, Good Health Can’t Wait, drives a culture of empathy, dynamism, and shared success. We empower scientists to innovate and provide healthcare solutions that improve patients’ lives worldwide. Visit our careers website for more details: https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/

Job Details

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full‑time

Job Function: Other

Industries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.