Research Associate / Executive - Process Research Tech Transfer

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for the Scale up of process for APIs developed in R&D in a cGMP setting.
2. Responsible for Technology Transfer of new products at Unichem API / Intermediate Mfg. sites.
3. Sound knowledge of engineering aspects pertaining to day-to-day operations of kilo lab/pilot plant/plant.
4. To perform the Engg./technical calculations using the concepts of Process Engineering (Kinetics, Process Design, Material & Energy Balance; Process equipment Design; Facility/Utility and Infra-structure design; Process Economics; Process Flow Diagrams and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams, Specification of process and other equipment, Process Control and Automation, etc.) for Process scale up, Establishment, capacity enhancement, cost reduction, Process Troubleshooting, various projects at API sites.
5. Participation in development of novel process technologies from concept to commercialization internally / externally with academic institutions or consultants etc.
6. Process Safety Management, Process safety testing and review at each stage of process development through R&D/Mfg./EHS.
7. Should be well versed with preparation of engineering documents pertaining to technology transfer.
8. Sound knowledge of basic synthetic chemistry
9. Maintain good documentation of experiments in the lab.
10. Ensure adequate and functioning equipment in all labs.
11. Ensure safe lab environment and adherence of the group to EHS rules and programs.
12. Responsible for executing the responsibilities of Technical Integrator when necessary.

KEY SKILLS and COMPETENCIES

1. Must be organized and detail oriented
2. Proficient in computer skills (MS Office, data analysis, Engg. softwares others)
3. Good oral and written communication skills
4. Be able to work independently and /or/ with the team
5. High sense of responsibility regarding scientific and professional activities.
6. Ability to conduct diverse scientific projects in an organized and productive manner.