Sai Life Sciences Walk‑in Process R&D API

sai lifesciences Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sai Life Sciences Hyderabad is recruiting MSc Organic Chemistry candidates for Process R&D – API (CRDMO). Walk‑in 6 Dec 2025 to join a team focused on multi-step synthesis, route design and early‑phase process development for CRDMO projects.

The role emphasizes strong foundations in synthetic organic chemistry, route scouting and scalability, with on-site work at Shamirpet, Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• MSc Organic Chemistry is required.
• 2–8 years of experience in synthetic/process R&D.
• Experience in API or CRDMO settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute multi-step organic synthesis for APIs and intermediates.
• Design and evaluate routes for development and scale-up.
• Optimize reactions and impurity profiles.
• Develop early-phase processes for kilogram to pilot scale.
• Document experiments and maintain ELN records.
• Ensure safety and GLP compliance in the lab.
• Collaborate with cross-functional CDMO/CRAMS teams.

Skills

Organic synthesis

Route design

Process development

Education

MSc Organic Chemistry

Tools

NMR

LC-MS

HPLC

Job description

MSc Process R&D API Openings – Sai Life Sciences Hyderabad

Sai Life Sciences hiring MSc Organic Chemistry candidates (2–8 yrs) for Process R&D API roles. Walk‑in on 6 Dec 2025, Hyderabad.

Sai Life Sciences is conducting a walk‑in drive for experienced Process R&D professionals in API development at its Hyderabad facility. These roles are ideal for candidates with strong foundations in synthetic organic chemistry, route design and early‑phase process development for CRDMO projects.

Company Overview

Sai Life Sciences is a fast‑growing, innovation‑driven CRDMO serving global pharmaceutical and biotech organizations. The company operates advanced R&D centers and manufacturing facilities backed by strong quality systems, regulatory compliance and cutting‑edge chemistry capabilities. Its Hyderabad site supports discovery, development and scale‑up programs across small‑molecule APIs.

Job Role & Responsibilities

Process R&D – API (CRDMO)

Qualification: M.Sc Organic Chemistry
Experience: 2–8 years
Location: Shamirpet, Hyderabad

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute multi‑step organic synthesis for APIs and advanced intermediates.
• Design and evaluate chemistry routes (route scouting) for development and scale‑up.
• Optimize reactions, assess impurity profiles and troubleshoot synthetic challenges.
• Develop early‑phase processes suitable for kilogram‑scale and pilot‑scale production.
• Document experiments, maintain ELN records and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety practices, chemical handling protocols and laboratory GLP standards.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams in CDMO/CRAMS environments.

Preferred Background: Experience in CDMO/CRAMS projects with exposure to process development and technology transfer.

Eligibility / Qualifications

Required Education

• M.Sc Organic Chemistry

Relevant Courses: Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Process Chemistry, Chemical Kinetics, Reaction Mechanisms, Analytical Techniques (NMR, LC‑MS, HPLC), Impurity Profiling.

Experience Requirements

• 2–8 years in synthetic/process R&D, preferably within API or CRDMO settings.

Location & Salary

Work Location: Shamirpet, Hyderabad

Salary will be based on experience, technical depth and project background.

Walk-In Interview Details

• Date: 06 December 2025 (Saturday)
• Time: 09:00 AM – 02:00 PM
• Interview Venue: Sai Life Sciences Ltd., SLN Terminus, 4th Floor, Gachibowli–Miyapur Road, Hyderabad

FAQs

Is CDMO experience mandatory?

Not mandatory, but strongly preferred for Process R&D roles.

What skillset is most important?

Strong organic synthesis, route design, impurity understanding and process optimization.

Is scale‑up experience needed?

Knowledge of early‑phase scale‑up and process improvement is highly valued.

Are freshers eligible?

No. Minimum 2 years of experience is required.

Will there be shift work?

R&D roles typically follow general shift timings.

Summary Table

• Company: Sai Life Sciences Ltd.
• Vacancies: Process R&D – API (CRDMO)
• Required Education: M.Sc Organic Chemistry
• Experience: 2–8 years

Tagged as: Process R&D, Walk-In Interview