Research Analyst III

USV; Mumbai; Remote; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

USV in Mumbai is seeking an Analyst (AR&D) to perform analytical testing, method development, validation, and transfer for pharmaceutical development and routine batches, ensuring compliance with cGMP, GLP, and HSE policies.

You will manage data, document procedures, report deviations, calibrate instruments such as HPLC, Dissolution, and particle size analyzers, and support continuous improvement through literature surveys and SOPs.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical Analytical Research & Development (AR&D).
• Proficiency in handling analytical techniques and instrumentation: HPLC, UPLC, GC, Dissolution, UV-Vis, Particle Size Analyzer.
• Practical expertise in method development, validation, and transfer for Assay, Related Substances, and Dissolution.
• In-depth understanding of cGMP, GLP, ICH guidelines, and data integrity principles.
• Experience handling laboratory deviations, OOS, OOT, and incident investigations.

Responsibilities

• Analytical Testing & Method Execution for routine, initial, stability, and development batches.
• Execute AMDV and AMT protocols and generate reliable data for regulatory responses.
• Prepare, review, and maintain analytical documentation and lab notebooks.
• Calibrate and maintain instruments (HPLC, Dissolution, PSA) and ensure proper SOP adherence.
• Ensure data integrity, report abnormalities, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analysis

Education

M.Sc.

Post Graduate

Job description

Department Analytical Research Laboratory

Country India

State Maharashtra

Skills

Skill

Analysis

Post Graduate

M.Sc.

CERTIFICATION

Working Language

Job Description

Role Objective:

The primary objective of the Analyst (AR&D) is to perform analytical testing, method development, method validation, and analytical method transfer for pharmaceutical development, routine, initial, and stability batches. The candidate will ensure strict adherence to cGMP guidelines, regulatory standards, and HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) policies, ensuring reliable analytical data reporting and operational efficiency within the laboratory.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Analytical Testing & Method Execution

Conduct analytical testing for routine, initial, stability, and development batches.

Perform Analytical Method Development and Validation (AMDV) for tests including Assay, Related Substances, Dissolution, and Particle Size Analysis .

Execute Analytical Method Transfer (AMT) protocols and generate reliable analytical data for regulatory deficiency responses and standard generations.

Conduct literature surveys to support analytical strategy and troubleshoot testing methodologies.

2. Data Management, Documentation & Reporting

Prepare, review, and maintain analytical documentation, including protocols, method validation reports, transfer reports, laboratory notebooks, chromatograms, and calculation sheets.

Ensure immediate submission of raw analytical data to supervisors upon completion of testing.

Promptly report any abnormalities, out-of-trend (OOT), out-of-specification (OOS), out-of-acceptance criteria (OAC) results, incidents, or deviations.

Suggest necessary changes or improvements in analytical methods supported by objective records and evidence.

Execute sample disposal procedures following completed analysis according to standard operating procedures.

3. Equipment Calibration, Maintenance & Compliance

Perform routine calibration of laboratory instruments (e.g., HPLC, Dissolution apparatus, Particle Size Analyzers) and update instrument status boards and logbooks.

Perform HPLC column regeneration as required.

Report instrument breakdowns immediately and maintain complete records of service and repair logs.

Ensure accurate entries in logbooks for the usage of innovator samples, in-house reference standards, working standards, and Pharmacopoeial standards.

Draft, update, and adhere strictly to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

4. Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

Maintain strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), GLP, and internal HSE guidelines during all laboratory activities.

Optimize operational costs through economical usage of chemicals, solvents, and laboratory consumables.

Attend all scheduled trainings in accordance with the department training calendar.

Type of Interaction: Internal

Interaction with: AR&D Supervisor/Manager, QA/QC Team, Regulatory Affairs, Formulation Development (FRD) Team, Maintenance/Engineering Team.

Nature of Interaction: Daily reporting of testing progress, submission of analytical raw data, escalation of OOS/OOT results, SOP drafting/reviews, instrument calibration/breakdown reporting, and cross-functional project coordination.

Type of Interaction: External

Interaction with: Analytical Instrument Vendors, Service Engineers, External Reference Standard Suppliers, Regulatory Auditors (during inspections).

Nature of Interaction: Coordination for instrument servicing, preventive maintenance, calibration support, equipment troubleshooting, and demonstrating cGMP/data integrity compliance during audits.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Professional Experience and Technical Competencies

2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical Analytical Research & Development (AR&D)

Proficiency in handling analytical techniques and instrumentation: HPLC, UPLC, GC, Dissolution Test Apparatus, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, Particle Size Analyzer, etc.

Practical expertise in method development, validation, and transfer for Assay, Related Substances, and Dissolution.

In-depth understanding of cGMP, GLP, ICH guidelines, and data integrity principles.

Experience handling laboratory deviations, OOS, OOT, and incident investigations.

Skills & Technical Expertise:

Strong technical writing skills for SOPs, protocols, and validation reports.

High analytical accuracy with a focus on eliminating personal/methodological errors.

Good communication and team collaboration skills.

Academic Qualifications

Educational Qualification: Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Organic / Analytical / General Chemistry, or B.Pharm / M.Pharm from a recognized university.

Certifications (Preferred): Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) or cGMP compliance training certifications.