DMLT Officer

Kan Biosys; Pirangut; On-site; INR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Kan Biosys in Pirangut, Pune, invites a DMLT Technician (QC & R&D) to join our on-site lab. You will perform precise QC testing on raw materials, in-process samples and finished products, supporting R&D with reagent formulation and stability studies, while ensuring GLP and ISO/NABL protocols are followed.

The role requires a Diploma in MLT or B.Sc. in Life Sciences and 1–3 years’ experience in biotech/pharma QC/R&D.

Qualifications

• Education as stated: DMLT or B.Sc. in MLT/Life Sciences.
• 1–3 years in QC or R&D in biotech/pharma.
• Knowledge of GLP and ISO standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sampling, testing of raw materials and finished products as per SOPs.
• Assist in R&D reagents and stability testing with proper documentation.
• Maintain calibration and lab cleanliness; log data daily.
• Support investigations under QC Manager supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory testing

GLP/ISO knowledge

MS Excel basics

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)

B.Sc. in MLT/Life Sciences (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Microscopes

Centrifuges

Autoclaves

SOP compliance tools

Job description

Job Description: DMLT Technician (QC & R&D)

Job AttributeDetailsPosition Title Lab Technician -QC & R&D Department Quality Control & Research & Development Qualification Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) / B.Sc. in MLT or Life Sciences Experience 1 to 3 Years (in QC/R&D roles within Biotech, Pharma, or Life Sciences industries) Location KBPL Facility / On-site - Pirangut, Pune Employment Type Full-Time Job Purpose The DMLT Technician (QC & R&D) at KBPL is responsible for executing precise laboratory testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products. The role bridges daily quality assurance with developmental support-assisting R&D scientists with trial execution, reagent formulation, and stability testing while strictly adhering to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and ISO/NABL quality protocols.

Key Responsibilities & KPI Mapping

Role Objective / Responsibility AreaKey Deliverables & Work DescriptionKey Performance Indicator (KPI)Target Metric / BenchmarkQuality Control & Testing Execution - Conduct sampling, chemical/biochemical testing, reagent prep, and assay analysis on raw materials & finished products. Perform routine pH, spectrophotometric, and diagnostic lot verification. Turnaround Time (TAT) for sample testing. Testing Error Rate (re-tests due to technician error) 95% samples tested within SLA.

Detailed Technical & Operational Duties

Quality Control (QC)

• Perform sampling and routine laboratory testing on incoming raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Prepare chemical reagents, buffers, slide mounts, and culture media required for routine diagnostic assays.
• Monitor environmental parameters (room temperature, humidity, lab water quality) and log data daily.
• Assist in Out-of-Specification (OOS) and Out-of-Trend (OOT) investigations under the supervision of the QC Manager.

Research & Development (R&D) Support

• Assist R&D scientists in compounding experimental reagent batches and preparing diagnostic kits.
• Run shelf-life and real-time stability testing protocols for new formulations.
• Document precise experimental yields, assay reaction times, and observational data in physical and digital laboratory notebooks.

Compliance, Maintenance & Inventory

• Perform daily calibration checks for analytical balances, pH meters, pipettes, and spectrophotometers.
• Maintain clean laboratory benches and ensure compliant handling and disposal of bio-hazardous and chemical waste.
• Conduct weekly inventory counts of consumables, reagents, and diagnostic test kits to maintain reorder buffer thresholds.

Candidate Profile & Skill Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) from a recognized state board/institute. B.Sc. in MLT or Life Sciences is preferred.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience in QC and/or R&D within Biotech, Diagnostic, Pharmaceutical, or allied Healthcare manufacturing organizations.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in handling diagnostic assay kits, biochemistry instruments, microscopes, centrifuges, and autoclaves.
• Practical understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 standards, and bio-safety protocols.
• Competency in basic MS Excel and Word for logging test output, inventory data, and generating basic analytical reports.

Soft Skills & Core Attributes

Attention to Detail: High precision in pipetting, measurement, and numerical reporting. Integrity: Strict commitment to genuine data recording and process honesty. Time Management: Ability to prioritize parallel tasks between routine QC testing and dynamic R&D requests.