The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (NIPER)–Hyderabad is an Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament under the aegis of the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilisers, Government of India. The Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilisers, Government of India, has recognised NIPER- Hyderabad as a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bulk Drugs through the Gazette notification of India on 16th August 2023.
NIPER- Hyderabad invites applications from dynamic, result-oriented and dedicated eligible candidates for the following positions at its Centre of Excellence on a purely contractual basis. These positions are temporarily created, based on requirements and liable to be increased/decreased/abolished as per the requirements of the project. The engagement shall initially be for one year and may be continued up to a maximum duration of the project based on the performance assessment.
Scientist F (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : PhD in a relevant field such as Chemical sciences/ Chemical engineering/ Biotechnology with extensive experience (typically 15+years) in the pharmaceutical or bulk drug manufacturing industry, with a proven track record of progressively increasing responsibilities. Previous experience in a senior management or executive role, preferably as a COO, Vice President of operations, or Director of Manufacturing. Industry Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of bulk drug manufacturing processes, regulations, quality control standards, and industry best practices. Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as FDA regulations, cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), and other relevant guidelines.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 1,75,000/- – 2,25,000/- per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 50 years
Business Development Officer (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: A PhD in Chemical Sciences/ Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology or related field. The candidates are required to possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in a Research organisation/Industry. Preference will be given to candidates having an MBA degree from a reputed Institute/University.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 1,30,000/- – 1,50,000/- per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 50 years
Scientist E (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : A PhD in Chemical Sciences/ Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology or related field. With experience of 10+ years or more in scientific research, preferably within the bulk drug/ pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industries.
Consolidated pay :Consolidated salary of Rs. 1,75,000/- – 2,00,000/- per month only]
Max. Age : Not exceeding 45 years
Head-Analytical & Industry Liaison Officer (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry/ Organic chemistry/ Process chemistry/ Medicinal chemistry/ Analytical Chemistry, or pharmaceutical analysis, with more than 8 years of relevant experience. Having work experience in the pharmaceutical industry or with good industry connect and having knowledge of regulatory and other mandatory compliances and guidelines will be given preference. [
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 1,00,000/- – 1,25,000/-per month only]
Max. Age : Not exceeding 50 years
Head-Kilo- lab/pilot plant operations (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: B.Tech/ M.Tech (Chemical or Mechanical engineering)/ M.Sc (Organic Chemistry) with more than 15 years of experience in handling the pilot plant/kilo lab operations of an API manufacturing facility. Preference will be given to candidates with Industrial experience; good industry connect, and knowledge of regulatory and other mandatory compliances and guidelines.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary : Rs. 1,00,000/--1,25,000/- only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 50 years (Age relaxation will be given for the candidates with relevant industrial experience
Scientist D (Two posts)
Qualifications and Experience : A PhD in chemical Sciences/ Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology/Enzyme Engineering or related fields. With experience of 5-8 years or more in scientific research, preferably within the bulk drug/ pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industries.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 80,000/- 1,00,000/- per month only]
Max. Age : Not exceeding 40 years
Scientist Grade I (Two posts)
Qualifications and Experience : PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry/ Organic chemistry/ Process chemistry/ Medicinal chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Enzyme Engineering with good experience in organic synthesis, purification, structural elucidation, and computer proficiency, enzyme synthesis, Biocatalysis, and Enzyme Applications, substrate binding interactions. Desirable: PhD in a relevant field with 2 (Two) years of post- qualification experience,
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 75,000 – 80,000 per month only]
Max. Age : Not exceeding 40 years
Technical Officer/ Scientist Grade II (Two posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: Post Graduation in chemical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical analysis or related field/ Biotechnology/ Enzyme engineering or related fields from a reputed university/ Institute with a minimum experience of 5 years in scientific research, preferably within the bulk drug/ pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industries (OR) 2 (Two) years of post-PhD experience in Research/ Teaching in the Central State Govt. Organisations / University or Research Institution. [
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 65,000 – 70,000 per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 35 years
Project Technical Assistant (3 posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Post Graduation in Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/ Pharm. Analysis/ life sciences with hands-on experience in handling sophisticated instruments. At least three years of industrial experience in an industry/ research organisation in relevant fields.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 40,000 – 45,000 per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 35 years
Project Technical Support (4 posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Graduation in chemistry/ pharmacy/ life sciences with knowledge of industry/ research operations
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 30,000 – 35,000 per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 35 years
Post-Doctoral Fellow (5 Posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: PhD in pharmaceutical chemistry/ Organic chemistry/ Process chemistry/Medicinal chemistry/ Analytical Chemistry, or pharmaceutical analysis/ Biotechnology/ Enzyme Engineering with experience in organic synthesis, purification, structural elucidation, enzyme synthesis, biocatalysis, and enzyme applications in organic synthesis. Preference will be given to candidates with exposure to emerging technologies such as flow chemistry, electrochemistry, mechanochemistry, photochemistry, biocatalysis, etc
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 72,800/- per month only
SRF (Seven posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Master’s degree (MS/ M.Pharm/ M.Tech/ M.Sc..) in pharmaceutical chemistry/ Organic chemistry/ Process chemistry/ Medicinal chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology, with minimum 55% marks and 2 years of relevant research experience.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 54,600/- per month only]
JRF (Seven posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Master’s degree (MS/ M.Pharm/ M.Tech/ M.Sc..) in pharmaceutical chemistry/ Organic chemistry/ Process chemistry/Medicinal chemistry/ Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology with a minimum of 55% marks
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 48,100/- per month only
Administrative- Executive (One post)
Qualifications and Experience : Bachelor's/Master’s degree with 5 years of experience in any Central / State Govt. or University/ PSU or other Central / State Autonomous/ other recognised institute of repute. Proficiency in noting and drafting, Purchase/Tendering processes, Knowledge of GeM and General Administration. Well-versed in computer applications will be preferred.
Consolidated pay : Consolidated salary of Rs. 45,000-Rs 50,000/- per month only
Max. Age : Not exceeding 35 years
Production in-charge (1 post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: B.Tech (Chemical)/ M.Sc (Organic Chemistry) with more than 5 years’ experience in managing the production block of an API manufacturing facility
Consolidated salary : Rs. 50,000-60,000/- per month
Max. Age : Not exceeding : 45 years
Production Chemists (2 posts)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: B.Sc/ M.Sc (Chemistry) with more than 5 years’ experience in a pilot plant of any API manufacturing facility
Consolidated salary : Rs. 20,000-30,000/-
Max. Age : Not exceeding 40 years
EHS officer (1 post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: M.Sc (Organic chemistry)/ B.Tech (Chemical) with Diploma in Safety of pharmaceuticals with more than 3 years’ experience in the production block of an API manufacturing facility
Consolidated salary : Rs. 40,000-45,000/- per month)
Max. Age : Not exceeding 45 years
Stores Assistant (1 post)
Qualifications and Experience : Essential Qualification: B.Sc/M.Sc. (organic chemistry) with more than 3 years’ experience in storekeeping of chemicals in any API manufacturing facility
Consolidated salary : Rs. 30,000/- per month)
Max. Age : Not exceeding 40 years
General Instructions
Candidates of Indian nationality can only apply for these posts.
• All these positions are specifically for the Centre of Excellence (CoE) at NIPER- Hyderabad and are strictly on a contractual and project basis, with no provisions for transitioning into permanent roles at the institute. The duration of these posts is project- based and will conclude upon the project’s completion. These roles are contingent on the continued funding and scope of the project, and they will not extend beyond the project’s tenure. The number of vacancies indicated above may increase/decrease as per requirement and at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
• The selected candidate shall have no claim for regularization against the post.
• The positions are subject to periodic evaluation [every six months] of the performance of the incumbent, and if, on such evaluation, the performance is not found to be satisfactory, the contract will be terminated with one-month notice.
• No hard copies of the applications should be sent to this office.
• No enquiry asking for advice as to eligibility will be entertained.
• The exact date and time for holding physical/virtual interviews of the shortlisted candidates will be intimated through e-mail.
• The prescribed essential qualifications are the minimum, and the mere possession of the same does not entitle candidates to be called for an interview. The duly constituted Screening Committee will adopt its own criteria for short-listing the candidates. The candidate should, therefore, mention in the application all the qualifications and experiences in the relevant area over and above the minimum prescribed qualification, supported with documents. Completion of Ph.D. degree will be reckoned from the date of issue of the provisional certificate/notification.
• The period of experience rendered by a candidate on a part-time basis, daily wages, visiting/guest faculty, will not be counted while calculating the valid experience for shortlisting the candidates for interview.
• In respect of the equivalent clause in Essential Qualifications, if a candidate is claiming a particular qualification as an equivalent qualification as per the requirement of the advertisement, then the candidate is required to produce order/letter in this regard, indicating the Authority (with number and date) under which it has been so treated otherwise the Application is liable to be rejected.
• Any discrepancy found between the information given in the application and as evident in the original documents will make the candidate ineligible to appear for appearing in interview.
• The appointment will be on a full-time basis, and he/she will not be permitted to take up any other assignment during the period of the contract. The contract will be terminated by either party by giving one month's advance notice in writing.
• The consolidated emoluments are only indicative and shall be decided by the Selection Committee for the selected candidate based on his/her relevant experience and qualification. No other perks or allowances are admissible.
• The incumbent will be required to conform to the rules and regulations of NIPER- Hyderabad in force from time to time and follow the discipline rules of the Centre, failing which the contract may be withdrawn at any point of time.
• All education, professional and technical qualifications should be from a recognised Board/University. Experience shall be counted for work done after the qualifying degree for the relevant position.
• Candidates must ensure that he/she fulfil all the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement. If it is found that he/she does not fulfil the stipulated criteria during the recruitment process, the candidature of the candidate will be cancelled. If the same is noticed after the appointment, the candidate will be terminated following due process.
• The incumbent will be entitled to leave as admissible to the contractual staff of the Centre.
• Competent authority has the discretion to relax eligibility for exceptional candidates.
• Candidates canvassing/giving incorrect information/violating norms in any kind, detected at any stage, before or after the selection, will be disqualified with immediate/retrospective effect.
• Any dispute arising out of this advertisement, including the recruitment process, shall be subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Hyderabad, Telangana.
• The decisions of the Competent Authority, NIPER-Hyderabad will be final and binding in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection, and conduct of examination/interview will be final and binding on the candidates.
• The candidates should submit a separate application for separate posts.
• In case a large number of candidates apply for the position, the Selection/Screening Committee will have discretion to shortlist the candidates for interview based on the written exam or percentage of marks or desirable qualification/experience or higher qualification or any other criteria deemed fit.
• The selected candidates are expected to join within fifteen days from the date of receiving the offer of appointment, after completion of pre-appointment formalities like medical examination and character verification, etc.
• Receiving a call for an interview does not reserve the right for selection.
• No TA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.
• Other terms & conditions will be governed as per guidelines issued by the funding agency/ NIPER-Hyderabad for the engagement of the above Project Staff as amended from time to time.
• The positions are purely contractual, only with consolidated emoluments and shall not be eligible for any pay level salary, perks & allowances.
• Self-attested copies of the following documents must be enclosed with the application form to send to recruitment.coeniperhyd@gmail.com
1. Self-attested photocopy of the Date of Birth Certificate.
2. Self-attested photocopies of educational qualification certificates.
3. Attested photocopies of experience certificates, if any.
4. List of publications, copies of reprints if any.
5. Synopsis sheet duly filled in the prescribed format.
How to apply
Eligible candidates who fulfil the above requirements may send the application in the prescribed format along with self-attested copies of certificates of essential qualifications, starting from matriculation, date of birth, professional experience and passport- size photograph, etc., to Coordinator, Centre of Excellence, NIPER-Hyderabad on recruitment.coeniperhyd@gmail.com on or before 14th December, 2025. Please write “Application for the Post of [name of the post]” in the subject line of the email. Applications received after the last date will NOT be considered. The shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
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