Officer - R&D

Avantor; Dehradun; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Sr. Officer - R&D to perform experiments for immunodiagnostic product development, including ELISA and rapid card tests.

The role involves molecular testing of clinical samples, data organization, and maintaining R&D records in accordance with ISO 13485. The ideal candidate holds an MSc in Life Sciences or related field with 2–5 years of experience and strong communication skills, with a preference for IVD experience.

Qualifications

• MSc in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Medical Laboratory Technology.
• 2–5 years of experience required with strong time management and communication skills.
• Experience in the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments for development of immunodiagnostic products (ELISA, rapid tests).
• Maintain R&D records and document data per ISO 13485.
• Support technology transfer, process establishment, and sample panel banking.
• Manage inventory, updates, and ordering of supplies.
• Provide technical/scientific support to R&D, production, and PMT teams.

Skills

ELISA development

Rapid card tests

Molecular testing

Data organization

Communication skills

Education

M.Sc. in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Medical Laboratory Technology

Tools

ELISA instruments

Rapid test kits

Job description

The Opportunity

The Sr. Officer - R&D will perform experiments for the development of immunodiagnostic products, mainly ELISA and rapid card assays. The role includes performing molecular testing of clinical samples as required, data organization, updating R&D records, supporting technology transfer and process establishment, preparing sample panel banks, and managing inventory, including updates and ordering.

What We’re Looking For

• Education – M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Experience – Minimum 2 – 5 Years of experience is required. Demonstrates strong time management, problem‑solving abilities, and effective written, verbal, and listening communication skills while being a collaborative team player. Maintains strict confidentiality in the role of a quality control executive and consistently exhibits honesty, trustworthiness, respect, and flexibility.
• Experience in the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) field is preferred.
• Expertise in developing in‑vitro diagnostic kits such as ELISA and rapid card tests.
• Strong scientific and technical knowledge in the diagnostics/life sciences domain for research and development of diagnostic products.
• Skilled in designing and prototyping diagnostic products to gain a competitive edge in the market.
• Demonstrates innovative and creative thinking.
• Possesses strong strategic thinking and planning abilities.

How You Will Thrive and Create an Impact

Prepare and maintain documentation in compliance with ISO 13485 standards, ensuring regulatory adherence. Maintain R&D data and technology‑driven methodologies in line with company policies, ensuring accurate recording of raw data. Manage R&D projects, including design and development, process optimization, clinical trials, technical troubleshooting, documentation, cost analysis, and quality standards. Provide technical and scientific support to R&D, production, and PMT teams for related projects and activities. Ensure proper biohazard waste management in R&D as per SOPs and guidelines and train officers and junior staff. Authorized to prepare procedures and protocols and verify R&D logbooks.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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