Piramal Pharma Limited: Principal Scientist – Analytical Development

Piramal Pharma Limited is a leading name in the pharmaceutical industry, committed to excellence and innovation. We are currently seeking an experienced Principal Scientist for our Analytical Development team in Ahmedabad, India. If you have a passion for analytical research and development, this role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity.

Key Role Information

Position: Principal Scientist – Analytical Development
Department: Analytical Development
Location: Ahmedabad, India
Qualification: Ph.D., MSc., or M.Pharm in Analytical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, or related fields
Experience:
- MSc.: Minimum 13 years in the CRO/API industry
- Ph.D.: Minimum 7 years in the CRO/API industry

Responsibilities and Expectations

Lead and manage a team of Research Associates (RA) and Junior Research Scientists.
Provide technical guidance in troubleshooting complex analytical instrument issues (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, GC, IR) and resolve analysis problems.
Oversee execution of complex projects in accordance with client requirements and project objectives.
Interpret complex analytical data from techniques such as NMR (structure elucidation), LC-MS (mass fragmentation patterns), HPLC (impurity profiling), GC (volatile analysis), and IR (functional group identification).
Analyze complex impurity profiles, degradation pathways, and validate analytical methods for new molecules, ensuring high accuracy in results.
Oversee the maintenance and troubleshooting of key analytical instruments like HPLC, LC-MS, GC, FT-IR, NMR. Ensure instrument performance through regular calibration, preventive maintenance, and SOP adherence
Collaborate with R&D, QA, EHS, and Projects teams to provide technical solutions to complex challenges.
Conduct technical discussions with the chemistry and process development teams to resolve method development and scale-up chemistry related issues. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular technical updates, addressing scientific concerns.
Generate comprehensive, high-level technical reports tailored for client presentations.
Coordinate multiple projects by allocating resources effectively, monitoring timelines, and ensuring all data meet quality and regulatory standards