Research Associate

Research Associate/ Sr. Research Associate - Chemical R&D (API / Process Development)

Industry: Pharmaceuticals (API and Intermediates)

Department: Chemical Research & Development (R&D)

Location: Hyderabad, India

Salary: 2.0 - 2.4 LPA

Experience Required: 0-1 Year of relevant experience

Education: M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry (Pharmaceuticals)

Job Type: Full-time

Workplace: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Laboratory Experimentation & Synthesis
• Execute laboratory experiments for the synthesis of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and key intermediates.
• Conduct hands-on organic synthesis reactions, adhering to protocols and safety guidelines.
• Perform in-process monitoring and analysis to track reaction progress.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Process Development & Optimization
• Support the optimization of chemical reactions for improved yields, purity, and process efficiency.
• Contribute to the development of new synthetic routes for API manufacturing.
• Assist in the scale-up of laboratory processes to pilot plant or manufacturing scale.
• Analyze experimental data to troubleshoot problems and propose solutions.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate technical records of experiments and results in laboratory notebooks.
• Prepare reports summarizing experimental findings and recommendations.
• Document process parameters, analytical data, and deviations.
• Present research findings and progress updates to the R&D team and stakeholders.
• Quality & Compliance
• Adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) principles and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure laboratory activities comply with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policies.
• Participate in quality control and assurance activities.
• Conduct purity analysis of synthesized compounds using various analytical techniques.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Collaborate effectively with analytical development, process engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Communicate technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Participate actively in team meetings.
• Work cross-functionally to troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement & Learning
• Stay updated with advancements in organic chemistry, process development, and pharmaceutical trends.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Engage in continuous learning to enhance technical skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, safety, and excellence.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• API Process Development
• Organic Synthesis
• Reaction Optimization
• Chemical R&D
• Laboratory Techniques
• Technical Documentation
• GMP Knowledge
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Collaboration Skills
• Pharmaceutical Chemistry
• Scale-Up Experience

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry (Pharmaceuticals).
• Minimum qualification: Master's degree.