Associate Scientist - Analytical R&D.

400! This is the number of associates in Global Analytical R&D, across 4 countries, working tirelessly on innovative and patient centric medicines. As part of this group, you design, plan and/or perform scientific/technical studies. By bridging the analytical science to the clinical performance you will drive the transformation of our molecules into medicines that improve and extend patient s lives.

The position is based in the Genome Valley, Hyderabad, within the Technical Research and Development Organization (TRD) of Global Drug Development (GDD).

• Design, plan and perform scientific experiments for projects at different clinical phases of drug substance and drug product with minimal guidance. Well versed with regulatory guidelines, scientific literature, technology transfer and interpretation of the results to draw conclusions in reports.
• Adhere to Quality metrics, Compliance and Good Documentation Practices following ALCOA+ principles, GLP, OQM, HSE, ISEC and Novartis guidelines.
• Should be a Team player by adding value in collaborating with other teams to support project deliverables within agreed timelines, mentoring new joiners, active participation in project meetings / networks / meetings and contributing to Team goals while meeting individual objectives.
• Responsible for Qualification of instruments / equipment s (URS to Report) and periodic calibrations as per applicable site procedures.
• Ability to perform investigations, guide team members, communicate proactively and clearly to global stakeholders.

• Broad scientific or technical knowledge in a specific area.
• Adequate understanding of development processes in own function.
• Advanced knowledge of laboratory and/or technical tools.
• Good knowledge of software and computer tools.
• Proficient in literature searches.

• Minimum: M. Pharm./M.Sc. Good knowledge of English (oral and written).
• Desirable knowledge of site language, up to 7 years (for M. Pharm./M.Sc.) OR 2 years (for Ph.D.) of relevant experience in testing of Solid oral dosage forms.
• Good presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills.
• Good communication skills

Environment, Health And Safety (Ehs), Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Process, Materials Science, Process Simulation, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure)