U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention looking for RSL Scientist - M.Pharm / MSc or Ph.D Apply

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top authorities in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,300 hard-working professionals across twenty global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

Post : Scientist III, RSL

Brief Job Overview
This non-supervisory role in the Reference Standard Laboratory involves performing necessary project tests and maintaining a GLP-compliant environment. The incumbent leverages their technical expertise and pharmaceutical analysis knowledge to conduct collaborative testing and ensure efficient and effective laboratory operations.

• Executes all collaborative testing and data analysis with precision and accuracy with minimal errors.
• Supports Verification, GPH, PQM, stability, and other departmental teams for testing and project reviews as needed.
• Prepares evaluation reports for projects.
• Works with the supervisor to ensure timely completion of assigned projects.
• Reviews project reports and documents initially, assisting the group leader when necessary.
• Completes projects within the set timelines and troubleshoots scientific issues as they arise.
• Prepares and reviews standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocols, and reports.
• Performs scheduled calibration of equipment.
• Prepares, executes, and completes Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) of new instruments.
• Ensures the availability of necessary chemicals and columns for projects and handles purchase requisitions.
• Takes on additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintains lab safety and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards and participates in internal and external audits and certifications.
• Mentors and trains junior team members in day-to-day analysis.

Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:
The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical chemistry knowledge and can effectively review, analyze, interpret, and report data from various analytical instrumental tests, including HPLC, GC, IC, LCMS, wet analytical techniques, spectroscopic techniques, and thermal analysis. Should have well-developed organizational and interpersonal skills and can establish and nurture relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and learning styles.
• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Master’s degree in chemistry / Pharmacy.
• 1 to 3 years with relevant laboratory experience for Ph.D. candidates.
• 6 to 8 years with relevant laboratory experience for Master’s degree candidates.
• Proven track record of consistently delivering projects on time and with high quality for API’s or Finished Formulations.
• Expert in chromatographic analysis, particularly in HPLC and GC.
• Proficient in other related analytical instrumentation such as Titration, IR, KF, UV, Thermal analysis, Elemental analysis, etc.
• Must possess effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Expert in Empower software with knowledge on Audit trails and Custom fields.
• Must possess good technical and analytical skills to independently resolve or troubleshoot issues.

Additional Desired Preferences
Desired preferences are to showcase any additional preferred levels of expertise to perform the role. Reminder: any items listed in this section are not requirements nor disqualifies for candidate consideration.
• Knowledge of Lab Management Systems, Electronic Laboratory Notebooks, ERP, and QR coding systems is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience with instruments such as ICP-OES/MS, IC, LC-MS, and GC-MS is beneficial.
• Experience in Analytical Method development and Validation is a plus.
• Experience in pharmaceutical stability studies and maintaining stability chambers is advantageous.
• Understanding monograph procedures and participating in compendial methods for reference materials (USP, FCC, NF, etc.) is important.
• Prior experience in a high-volume pharmaceutical manufacturing QC laboratory, Analytical R&D, or a contract pharmaceutical analytical laboratory testing organization is beneficial.
• Awareness of ISO/IEC 17025 is desirable.

Additional Information
Experience : 1 to 5+ years
Qualification : M.Pharm / MSc or Ph.D
Location : Hyderabad, IND
Industry Type : Pharma/ Healthcare/ Clinical research
Functional Area : RSL
End Date : 20th June 2025