Sr. Associate – R&D Analytical

Yoga Bars; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Yoga Bars in Bengaluru seeks a Sr. Associate / Assistant Manager – R&D Analytical to strengthen our analytical laboratory operations.

You will handle mechanical and chemical samples, maintain documentation, and ensure NABL quality systems compliance. The role requires hands-on analytical testing, sample management, and timely reporting, with collaboration across R&D, QA, Production, and Regulatory to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry or life sciences or related field.
• 5+ years in analytical laboratory operations or R&D analytics.
• Hands-on analytical testing and sample handling experience.
• Familiarity with NABL requirements and quality systems.
• Experience in audits and CAPA processes.
• Strong documentation and SOP/STP knowledge.
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Handle mechanical and chemical samples with traceability and documentation.
• Perform testing per SOPs/STPs and report results.
• Maintain lab records, logs, and analytical reports.
• Coordinate with R&D, QA, Production, Regulatory for issue resolution.
• Support NABL compliance, audits, and CAPA tracking.
• Ensure lab safety and documentation practices.

Skills

Analytical Testing

Laboratory Operations

Sample Management & Traceability

SOP / STP Documentation

NABL Compliance

CAPA Management

Audit Readiness

Technical Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Food Technology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Sr. Associate / Assistant Manager – R&D Analytical to support and strengthen our analytical laboratory operations. This role will be responsible for handling and testing mechanical and chemical samples, maintaining laboratory documentation, ensuring compliance with quality systems and NABL requirements, and supporting issue resolution across internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have strong laboratory knowledge, hands‑on analytical testing experience, and the ability to manage documentation, audits, and quality systems effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Analytical Testing & Sample Management

• Manage and handle mechanical and chemical samples with proper tracking, traceability, and documentation.
• Perform laboratory testing as per approved SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and STPs (Standard Testing Procedures).
• Ensure proper receipt, identification, storage, handling, and disposal of samples as per defined processes.
• Coordinate and monitor testing activities to ensure timely completion and reporting.

Documentation & Technical Compliance

• Prepare, review, and maintain SOPs, STPs, specifications, test methods, and technical documentation.
• Ensure all laboratory records, logs, and analytical reports are maintained accurately and in compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain proper documentation to support product development, testing, and compliance requirements.

Reporting & Issue Resolution

• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete reporting of test results.
• Coordinate with internal teams such as R&D, QA, Production, and Regulatory for analytical issue resolution.
• Investigate analytical deviations and support root cause analysis where required.
• Support closure of customer complaints through proper testing, investigation, and documentation.

Quality Systems & Audit Compliance

• Ensure compliance with quality systems, laboratory best practices, and NABL requirements.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure the laboratory remains audit‑ready at all times.
• Initiate, document, and track CAPA to closure.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen lab systems and compliance.

Training & External Coordination

• Conduct and participate in training programs for laboratory personnel on testing procedures, documentation, quality systems, and safety practices.
• Coordinate testing activities with external laboratories whenever required and ensure proper documentation and follow‑up.
• Maintain effective communication with vendors, labs, and internal stakeholders for smooth analytical operations.

Lab Operations & Safety

• Ensure proper laboratory discipline, safety, housekeeping, and documentation practices.
• Monitor adherence to laboratory protocols, equipment handling standards, and safe work practices.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Food Technology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in analytical laboratory operations, testing, quality systems, or R&D analytical functions.
• Strong hands‑on experience in sample handling, analytical testing, laboratory documentation, and quality compliance.
• Good understanding of SOPs, STPs, specifications, CAPA, audit processes, and NABL requirements.
• Experience in handling customer complaint investigations and cross‑functional issue resolution preferred.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, reporting tools, and laboratory documentation systems.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Key Skills

• Analytical Testing
• Laboratory Operations
• Sample Management & Traceability
• SOP / STP Documentation
• NABL Compliance
• CAPA Management
• Audit ReadinessTechnical Reporting
• Complaint Investigation
• Cross‑functional Coordination
• Quality Systems
• Laboratory Safety & Documentation

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical and analytical understanding
• High ownership and documentation accuracy
• Ability to manage quality and compliance requirements
• Structured, process‑oriented, and detail‑driven approach