R&D Chemist

Hetero; Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam District, Guntur, Nellore; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Hetero in India is hiring an RD Chemist at the Research Development department. The role targets fresh graduates with 0-1 year experience in chemistry, supporting senior scientists in laboratory experiments and process development.

The candidate should hold an M.Sc. in Chemistry (organic or analytical) and be prepared to work in a regulated lab environment, following GLP and GMP practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. Chemistry or Organic/Analytical Chemistry required.
• Fresher with 0-1 year experience considered.
• Knowledge of GLP, GMP and analytical techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior scientists in executing laboratory experiments and reactions.
• Perform organic synthesis, reaction monitoring, work-up and purification under supervision.
• Prepare samples, reagents, standards and solutions per SOPs.
• Support process development, optimization and scale-up activities.
• Operate instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR and pH meter.
• Maintain notebooks and raw data; report observations to seniors.
• Follow GLP, GMP/cGMP, SOPs and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Analytical RD, QC, QA, Production and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Organic Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry

Lab Documentation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

M.Sc. Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

FTIR

pH Meter

Job description

Job Summary

Job Title: RD Chemist - RD

Department: Research Development

Experience: Fresher / 0-1 year

Qualification: M.Sc. Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

Location: Nakkapalli

Employment: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior scientists in executing laboratory experiments and chemical reactions.
• Perform organic synthesis, reaction monitoring, work-up and purification under supervision.
• Prepare samples, reagents, standards and solutions according to SOPs.
• Support process development, optimization and scale-up activities.
• Operate basic laboratory equipment and analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR and pH meter, depending on the role.
• Assist in interpretation of analytical results and experimental data.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, raw data, sample records and other RD documentation.
• Follow GLP, GMP/cGMP, SOPs and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of chemicals.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and check calibration status.
• Perform literature searches to support ongoing RD projects.
• Prepare experimental summaries, weekly updates and project reports.
• Communicate experimental observations and abnormal results to the senior scientist.
• Work collaboratively with Analytical RD, QC, QA, Production and other cross-functional teams.

Skills Required

• Basic knowledge of Organic Chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry.
• Understanding of organic reactions, reaction mechanisms and laboratory techniques.
• Basic knowledge of HPLC/GC/UV/FTIR is advantageous for analytical-oriented roles.
• Good laboratory documentation skills.
• Knowledge of GLP, GMP and chemical safety is an advantage.
• Good observation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions accurately.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to work in a laboratory/production environment and learn new techniques.

Fresher-Friendly Resume Keywords

Organic Synthesis | RD | Process Development | Analytical Chemistry | HPLC | GC | UV-Vis | FTIR | Reaction Monitoring | Method Development | GLP | GMP | cGMP | SOP | Laboratory Documentation | Data Interpretation | Chemical Safety | Scale-up | Research Development

Typical Eligibility

For RD Synthesis/Process Chemistry, M.Sc. Chemistry or Organic Chemistry is commonly requested, with 0-1 year experience or freshers considered.

For Analytical RD, M.Sc. Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry freshers may be considered, with emphasis on HPLC, GC, UV, documentation and GLP practices.

If you're preparing for fresher interviews, the most important topics to study are organic reactions + HPLC + GC + spectroscopy + GMP/GLP + basic pharma RD terminology.