Laboratory Scientist

Terumo Penpol; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Penpol is seeking a Laboratory Scientist to lead and execute research programs under the Scientific Affairs team. You will develop validation protocols to comply with FDA, AABB, EU, and ISO requirements, while standardizing procedures across global laboratories.

The role involves supervising laboratory activities, supporting audits, and driving continuous improvement, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and collaborative problem-solving within a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Masters or PhD in Life Sciences required.
• Minimum 8 years in industry/clinical/research labs for postgraduates.
• 3 years industry/clinical lab experience for PhD candidates (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead/execute research, scientific, and technical programs in the laboratory.
• Develop validation/verification protocols to meet regulatory standards (FDA, AABB, EU, ISO).
• Standardize lab procedures globally and provide protocol support for global sites.
• Supervise testing and production activities involving chemical, biochemical, and biological samples.
• Foster collaboration across global laboratories and support audits.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemical techniques

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Laboratory leadership

Quality systems

Problem solving

Science writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Statistical analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's in Life Sciences

PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

JOB TITLE: Laboratory Scientist

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision and as a member of a Scientific Affairs team, independently leads/executes research, scientific, technical programs, and projects. Develops policies, procedures, programs and strategies to establish the validation/verification protocols and write reports and procedures to comply with international regulatory and standard requirements. Ability to work as part of a team as well as supervise work in laboratory to complete variety of tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical and biological samples, specimens, and products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Developing procedures, programs and strategies to ensure FDA, AABB, EU and ISO requirements.
• Standardize lab procedures globally within the organization.
• Provide protocol support for global laboratory sites.
• Supervise/Work to complete a variety of tests, analyses, or production and research activities involving chemical, biochemical and biological samples, specimens, and products.
• Establish capabilities and cost matrix for laboratories
• Supports departmental programs to improve productivity, quality, customer service, costs, etc.
• Develops and maintains systems for tracking projects and continuous improvement activities.
• Adequately participates in and supports the problem‑solving needs of operating groups for all areas of the company and the development of new products.
• Preparation, support, and resolution of internal and external laboratory audits. Generates position statements on specific topics of Company interests.
• Reviews physical and equipment requirements for the laboratory. Regularly assesses short and long‑term needs and prioritizes equipment purchases.
• Foster communication and collaboration among global laboratories.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains general knowledge of industry and Company regulatory and scientific quality standards and applies this knowledge to the completion of all projects.
• Develops and maintains pertinent documentation and procedures for the technology area according to industry, vendor, and company standards.
• Actively involves in laboratory inventory management, quality assurance programs and overall laboratory management.
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP practices and ISO standards for blood bags.
• Demonstrates required competencies and grow in the Leadership Competency Model.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Masters in any Life science stream or PhD in any Life science stream

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 8 years of experience in industry/clinical/research laboratory settings for post graduate candidates. 3 years (preferred) experience in industry/clinical laboratory settings for Ph D candidates.

SKILLS

• Ability to develop knowledge in chemistry, biological, environmental, or engineering sciences as they relate to the technical area of the business.
• Ability to analyze problems limited to moderate levels of complexity and assist in the design and implementation of solutions.
• Proficient in molecular biology, and biochemical techniques. Good working experience with cell culture and flow cytometer (mandatory).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Deep understanding of technical principles in assigned areas.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of statistical operations and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in science writing
• Good working knowledge of good laboratory practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Patience, decisiveness and meticulousness.
• A desire to contribute to patient care and treatment.
• A responsible and mature approach to their work.
• Accuracy, with good attention to detail.
• A systematic approach to tasks and the ability to follow instructions and set procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.