U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention looking for AR&D Technical Associate

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 : Technical Associate, AR&D

Brief Job Overview
This is a non-supervisory position to support development of Reference materials. The successful applicant in this role will work on projects including Analytical Method Development for in process samples for synthetic lab. The successful candidate will also perform a variety of non-routine and routine analytical tests, maintains safety & GLP environment in the lab including evaluation of reference standards, development/validation (as per requirement) of official methods, stability studies and research projects in analytical department

The Technical Associate has the following responsibilities
• [60%] Support to reaction monitoring, scale up and final analysis of samples as per monograph / in-house procedures including method development if required. Prepare development reports for Synthetic Support projects. Involve in project acceptance. Execute projects per the approved test protocols if assigned.
• [15%] Prepare, execute, and complete IQ/OQ/PQ of new instruments. Indent the required glass ware, chemicals, and columns for the ARD projects. Maintain GLP & implement safety procedures while working in Lab. Perform other Projects whenever free from ARD activities. Perform other duties as assigned
• [10%] Responsible for preparation of SOPs, protocols, reports, etc. Ensure the projects requirements by coordinating with the Purchasing department. Responsible for preparation of the records and documents. Ensure that the calibrations of the equipment’s are performed as per the schedule
• [10%] Preparation and planning for ISO-9001 certification/recertification by participating actively, verification of protocols and related documents and take an active role in the internal as well as external QA audits and address the audit issues in a timely manner. Taking up any other additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor on a proactive basis and allotting additional responsibilities to the reporting staff in consultation with the supervisor. Participates in USP cross-functional teams as appropriate.
• [5%] Practice Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging principles at USP India.

Candidate Profile
• MSc. in Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry/M. Pharma, having 0-1 years of experience in Analytical Research and Development.
• Must have hands on experience in working with chemical methods and handling instruments like HPLC, wet chemistry, etc.
• Experience in analytical testing and development with focus on process analytical chemistry. Exposure to GMP/GLP environment and documentation procedures required.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of handling FTIR and UV Spectrophotometer will be added advantage
• General chapter information, ELN, Empower and NuGenesis will be added advantage.
• Able to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers. Preferably familiar with electronic notebook documentation of experimental procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to function in a team-oriented environment are necessary.

Additional Information
Experience : 0-1 years
Qualification : M.Sc, M.Pharm
Location : Hyderabad, IND
Industry Type : Pharma / Healthcare / Clinical research
Functional Area : AR&D
End Date : 30th May 2025