Scientist

We are hiring a Scientist (Polymorphism) role in Cipla Ltd. based in Mumbai, Vikhroli.

Department: API R&D

Team: COE Polymorphism & Crystallization

Required qualification: B. Pharma / M. Pharma or equivalent

Designation: Assistant Manager/ Deputy Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct literature survey for various projects related to pre-formulation activities.

2. Co-ordinate with respective formulation team and support them with respect to pre-formulation activities.

3. Perform pre-formulation studies of APIs, including solubility and dissolution.

4. Conduct drug-excipient compatibility studies.

5. Shortlist suitable excipients based on literature and experimental knowledge in coordination with respective formulation team.

6. Examine the RLD for its physical, chemical, and in-vitro biological properties as required for the respective project.

7. Conduct polymorph screening experiments whenever required.

8. Characterize the discovered solid forms by using inhouse PXRD, DSC, TGA, microscopy, Particle size analyser, KF, Potentiometer, etc.

9. Enter details of daily experiments in the ELN.

10. Submit properly labelled samples to ADL for analysis and enter conclusions based on ADL's analytical results in the ELN.

11. Procure chemicals and consumables required for pre-formulation studies.

12. Procure consumables required for particle size analyser, KF, Potentiometer, dissolution apparatus.

13. Responsible for analysis and calibration of pH meters, weighing balances, Dissolution tester/apparatus, particle size analyser, KF/Potentiometer.

14. Follow up on the indent with the purchase department.

15. Dispense raw materials required for experiments from the stores.

16. Update the logbook after using equipment/instruments.

17. Prepare the required reports and discuss them with the group leader.

18. Prepare EOPs and IOPs and conduct training sessions.

19. Maintain GLP and safety standards.

20. Maintain the area as per responsibility, including opening and closing the laboratory, cleanliness, safety, and maintenance of all equipment/instruments.

21. Prepare URS, qualification, and requalification reports of equipment and instruments.

22. In the absence of an employee, their responsibilities shall be managed by their higher-ups.

23. Perform document-related activities through Cipdox software (Document Management System) based on the roles and rights provided in the application.

24. Perform training-related activities through LMS software (Learning Management System) based on the roles and rights provided in the application.