Career Opportunity: Apprentice Openings at Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited

Jobs On The Way; Dholka; On-site; INR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided transport

Subsidized canteen

Job summary

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited invites MSc Chemistry freshers for an Apprenticeship in Analytical R&D and Synthesis R&D (API) at Dholka, Gujarat. Five apprentices will gain hands-on exposure in a leading pharma setting.

The program emphasizes lab work, instrument handling (HPLC/GC), and documentation under GMP/GLP frameworks, with company transport and subsidized canteen support.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Chemistry (or Organic/Analytical) from a recognized university.
• Fresh MSc Chemistry graduates eligible for apprentice roles.
• Hands-on or theoretical exposure to analytical techniques and lab safety.

Responsibilities

• Support API R&D in Analytical and Synthesis roles.
• Assist in designing chemical routes for APIs and optimizing reactions.
• Perform analytical testing and document results with instruments like HPLC/GC.

Skills

Organic mechanisms

Analytical techniques

HPLC

GC

Spectroscopy

Lab readiness

Education

MSc in Chemistry

MSc in Organic Chemistry

MSc in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited, one of India’s leading privately held pharmaceutical companies, has announced an urgent hiring drive for Apprentice roles. This is an excellent opportunity for M.Sc. Chemistry freshers to step into the world of pharmaceutical R&D, especially in API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) development.

The openings are based at their Dholka (Ahmedabad), Gujarat facility, a key hub for advanced research and manufacturing.

Detailed Job Overview

Cadila is hiring 5 apprentices for its Analytical R&D and Synthesis R&D (API) departments. These roles are designed to provide hands-on lab exposure, making them ideal for candidates looking to build a strong technical foundation.

• Company: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited
• Department: Analytical R&D / Synthesis R&D (API)
• Location: Dholka, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• M.Sc. in Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry
• M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry
• Must be from a recognized university

Additional Requirements

• Gender: Male candidates (as per project/shift requirements)
• Skills Needed:
  • Strong understanding of organic reaction mechanisms OR analytical techniques
  • Hands-on or theoretical knowledge of:
    • HPLC
    • GC
    • Spectroscopy
  • Willingness to work in a lab environment
  • Focus on documentation & safety protocols
• Transport: Company-provided
• Food: Subsidized canteen facility
• Learning Exposure:
  • Advanced R&D instruments
  • Industry mentorship
  • Real-time project work

Understanding the Role: API R&D

Synthesis R&D

• Designing chemical routes for APIs
• Optimizing reactions for better yield
• Scaling up processes from lab to pilot level

Analytical R&D

• Testing purity, stability, and quality
• Working with instruments like HPLC, GC

About the Company

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited has a strong global footprint across 100+ countries and is known for delivering affordable healthcare solutions. Its Dholka facility is a major center for API research and manufacturing, operating under strict international quality standards.

Why This Apprenticeship Matters

This is more than just a job—it’s a career-launching opportunity:

• Learn Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Gain exposure to regulatory frameworks
• Build a strong pharma industry network
• Transition smoothly from academics to industry