Research And Development Executive

R&D Job Role and Responsibilities

• Literature review and design and perform laboratory experiments for new product or process development.
• Develop, optimize, and validate process or synthetic routes.
• Interpret analysis samples from analytical results such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and other laboratory equipment.
• Interpret experimental data and prepare technical reports with clear conclusions.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and recommend process improvements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Quality Control (QC), Quality Assurance (QA), Production, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Support pilot-scale trials and technology transfer to manufacturing when needed.
• Stay updated with scientific literature, patents, and industry developments.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments according to standard procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple experiments within deadlines.

Skills Expected

• Strong practical laboratory skills and experimental planning.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques and data interpretation.
• Experience with method development or process optimization.
• Good documentation and technical writing skills.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Good typing skills with accurate and efficient data entry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, charts, tables, and basic data analysis).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word for preparing reports, SOPs, technical documents, and presentations

Preferred Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic, Inorganic, or Physical).
• 25 years of R&D laboratory experience in industries such as pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and cosmetics.

Analytical Job Role & Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, finished products, and stability samples.
• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using HPLC, GC, UV-Visible, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and other analytical instruments.
• Prepare analytical protocols, method validation reports, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Conduct method transfer and troubleshooting of analytical methods.
• Investigate Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), and laboratory deviations.
• Interpret analytical data and prepare accurate reports.
• Ensure compliance with GLP, GMP, ICH, USP, EP, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Support stability studies, product development, and technology transfer activities.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments according to standard procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Manufacturing teams.

Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry principles.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, FTIR, Karl Fischer Titrator, and pH meter.
• Experience in analytical method development, validation, verification, and method transfer.
• Good understanding of ICH guidelines, GLP, GMP, and pharmacopoeia requirements (USP, EP, BP).
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent data analysis and documentation skills.
• Good typing skills with accurate and efficient data entry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data entry, formulas, pivot tables, charts, and basic data analysis).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word for preparing analytical reports, SOPs, protocols, validation reports, and technical documents.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint for presentations.
• Strong technical writing, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple analytical projects within deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic, Analytical, Inorganic, or Physical).
• 2–5 years of R&D laboratory experience in industries such as pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and cosmetics.