R&D Chemist

Position: R&D Chemist – Synthesis (API)

Department: Research & Development (R&D) – Synthesis
Company: GUJARAT THEMIS BIOSYN LIMITED
Number of Openings: 2

Job Summary

GTBL is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated R&D Chemists – Synthesis to join its Research & Development team. The selected candidates will be responsible for carrying out laboratory-scale synthesis of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and pharmaceutical intermediates, supporting process development, maintaining accurate experimental records, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory synthesis of APIs and pharmaceutical intermediates according to project requirements.
• Execute chemical reactions, purification, isolation, and characterization of synthesized compounds.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and experimental documentation in accordance with GLP practices.
• Assist in process development, optimization, and scale-up activities.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper usage of chemicals and instruments.
• Coordinate with analytical and cross-functional teams for sample analysis and project execution.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, EHS guidelines, and company SOPs.
• Prepare technical reports, summarize experimental results, and present findings to the reporting manager.

Qualification

• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (preferred) or M.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized university.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in API Synthesis within a pharmaceutical R&D environment.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms.
• Hands-on experience in multi-step organic synthesis and purification techniques.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques such as TLC, HPLC, GC, and NMR.
• Good documentation practices and familiarity with GLP/GMP requirements.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.

Pay: ₹180,000.00 - ₹300,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• What is your current CTC?
• What is your expected CTC?
• What is your total Experience?

Experience:

• APIs: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person