Sr. Manager - ADD Microbiology

SUN PHARMA; Vadodara; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma is seeking a Senior Manager – Analytical Development (Microbiology) to lead method development and lifecycle management across formulations. You will drive cross-functional collaboration with QA, QC, RA, and Manufacturing to meet aggressive development timelines and regulatory expectations.

The role requires 17+ years of experience in microbiology, GLP/cGMP governance, and global regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• Requires MSc in Microbiology or equivalent with extensive research and development experience.
• Experience leading microbiology method development, validation, and technology transfer.
• Strong understanding of GLP/cGMP standards and global regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead microbiology method development, pre-validation, and lifecycle management for diverse formulations.
• Oversee R&D Microbiology Lab operations ensuring governance and compliance.
• Align QA, QC, FRD, RA, and Manufacturing for accelerated development timelines.
• Drive global regulatory strategy and support for filings (US, EU, India).
• Mentor teams and manage strategic resource planning for the microbiology group.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Cross Functional

Regulatory Compliance

Team Mentorship

Quality Systems

Education

MSc - Microbiology

Tools

LIMS

EDMS

LMS

TrackWise

Job description

Job Title

Senior Manager – Analytical Development (Microbiology group)

Business Unit

R&D1 Regulatory Affairs

Job Grade

G9A

Location

Vadodara

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine? As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.

Job Description

• Strategic Leadership & Cross Functional Innovation
• Provide end-to-end leadership for microbiology method development, pre-validation, and lifecycle management across all types of Formulations - Orals, Non-orals, API, Peptides, Excipients, Packaging Materials etc.
• Lead for innovative development of regular and complex range of products e.g. Solution Injection, Injectable Suspension, RTU Bag, Nano particles, Lyophilized products, Liposome injections, Antibiotic Injections, Ophthalmic, Transdermal patch, Metered Dose Inhalers, Nebulizers, Nasal Spray, Nanosuspension, Dry Powder Inhaler, Microsphere, Implants, Topical gel, Cream, Patches, Branded products, Tablets, Capsules, Liquids, suspensions etc.
• Lead the strategy for development, optimization, scale-up and exhibit of microbiological methods from laboratory benchmark to commercial manufacturing in various range of products e.g.
• Successfully managed the R&D Microbiology Lab for ensuring seamless operations, governance and compliance.
• Drive execution excellence by aligning cross-functional teams (QA, QC, FRD, RA, Manufacturing) toward accelerated development timelines.
• Ensure adherence to GLP/cGMP standards, strengthening FDA inspection readiness and audit compliance across sites.
• Global Regulatory compliance, Submission & Approval Support
• Lead microbiological strategy for global filings (US, EU, Canada, Japan, Australia, China, Russia, Emerging Markets and India).
• Design and execute responses to regulatory queries (FDA and global agencies), ensuring timely approvals.
• Play a critical role in specification setting (ATP), method robustness, and validation strategy for successful submissions.
• Support for regulatory compliance through rapid troubleshooting, investigation closure (OOS/OOT), and method improvements.
• Leadership in Method Development, Validation & Technology Transfer
• Lead high level Scientific efforts and Strategies for microbiological method development, validation, and transfers of:
  • Drug products (Orals & Non-Orals)
  • APIs, Peptides, excipients, and packaging materials
  • Innovative technical solutions in method developments through technology advancement:
    • Optimized diluents, Neutralizers, solubilizers, pH adjustments, filtration strategies for faster method developments in complex molecules.
    • Implementing advanced automated technologies by Rapid Microbiology Methods (RMM) for faster and
• Seamless Technology Transfer of all validated Microbiological Methods and data at 15+ global Manufacturing Quality Control Sites & Contract Research/Manufacturing Organizations (CRO/CMO) for smooth execution of site method validations, analysis and release of reports.
• Cross-Site Collaboration & Global Impact
• Provide strategic microbiology support to 15+ multiple sites globally (Halol, Baska, Dadra, Guwahati, Nagar, Panoli Sikkim 1, Sikkim 2, Jammu, Baddi, Dewas, Madhuranthagam - Chennai, Geotech, Haifa, Ohm Labs, Billerica, etc.).
• Enable:
  • Inter-site method harmonization
  • Improved method feasibility and troubleshooting capability
  • Faster batch release and regulatory approvals
• Conduct regular technical discussions with QC sites Head to understand any issues and resolve faster way.
• Quality Systems & Compliance Leadership
• Serve as SME for Microbiology, reviewing and approvals:
  • GSOP/GQS documents
  • Pharmacopoeial chapters
  • QC investigation procedures
• Lead review, approval of:
  • SOPs, STPs, protocols, reports, and templates for scientific studies
• Drive compliance through systems such as:
  • Track Wise (Change Controls)
  • EDMS & LMS (Document & Training Management)
  • LIMS (Data Review, Approvals & Reporting)
• Team Development and Mentorship
• Lead, mentor and provide technical training to managers and microbiologists fostering scientific growth.
  • Build Hands-on technical mentoring (MD/MV, troubleshooting)
  • Supporting high-risk projects (complex oral and sterile formulations)
• Led interaction at R&D & training to CTA interns enhancing technical and compliance capability.
• Strategic Resource & Infrastructure Management
• Manage long term capital expenditure (CAPEX) / assessment of instruments and laboratory resources for Microbiology Department.
• Manpower planning and recruitment for Microbiology Department

Travel Estimate

NA

Job Requirements

Educational Qualification

Qualification: M.Sc. - Microbiology

Experience

Tenure 17+ years of relevant experience

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Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).