Scientist, R&D Analytical

Overview

Scientist, Analytical Development & Testing in the Global R&D Analytical Operations team, supporting product development, stability programs and method lifecycle for Consumer Health brands (Self Care/OTC, Skin Health, Baby Care, Oral Care).

What you'll do

• Perform analytical testing to support product development, stability programs, and commercial product lifecycle initiatives.
• Execute stability studies and shelf-life assessments using HPLC/UHPLC, Gas Chromatography (GC), Ion Chromatography (IC), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), UV-Visible Spectroscopy, ICP-MS, Dissolution, and additional modern analytical platforms as required.
• Develop, optimize, validate, and document analytical methods for OTC drugs, cosmetic products, and consumer healthcare formulations.
• Support analytical method transfers and ensure successful implementation across laboratories.
• Perform scientific investigations and technical assessments to solve analytical challenges and drive project outcomes.
• Contribute to research-focused initiatives and innovation projects as assigned.
• Serve as equipment owner for designated laboratory instruments and technologies, and support qualification, calibration, maintenance, and performance monitoring.
• Author and review stability protocols and reports, method development reports, method validation protocols and reports, method transfer documentation, and investigation reports.
• Ensure compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP), data integrity requirements, and internal quality standards.
• Support laboratory quality systems and critical analytical processes, ensuring adherence to cGMP, regulatory requirements, and global quality standards.
• Participate in root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional and global R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations teams on cross-functional projects and global initiatives.

What you'll need

• M.Sc., B.Pharm., M.Pharm., Ph.D., or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in Analytical Development, Quality Control, or Pharmaceutical or Consumer Health R&D.
• Experience in the Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, or FMCG industries.
• Strong foundation in analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Experience with analytical method development, validation, troubleshooting, and data interpretation.
• Hands-on expertise with modern analytical instrumentation and laboratory technologies.
• Understanding of stability study design and product shelf-life assessment.
• Working knowledge of cGMP, data integrity principles, and quality management systems.
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations and audited environments.
• Proficiency in digital laboratory systems and scientific software applications.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice to have

• Exposure to analytical method development and validation.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated laboratories.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 and data integrity requirements.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and quality audits.
• Familiarity with global quality and compliance standards.
• Experience with laboratory informatics systems, chromatography data systems, and electronic documentation platforms.

Details

• Location: Greater Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Asia Pacific).
• Work mode: Fully onsite.
• Reports to: Manager - Analytical R&D.