Materials Science Scientist – Apply at SANDOZ Now!
Sandoz, a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, is hiring a Materials Science Sr. Scientist in Telangana, India. This role involves API characterization, pre-formulation, and solid-state analysis using advanced technologies like XRD, SEM, Raman Microscopy, and DSC. If you have a Ph.D. with 4+ years or a Master’s with 8+ years of relevant experience, apply now to contribute to cutting-edge pharmaceutical research.
Location: Telangana, India
Functional Area: Research & Development
Job Type: Full time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift Work: No
Job Description
Your Key Responsibilities as a Materials Science Sr. Scientist:
- Independently design, plan, organize, perform and document scientific experiments/GMP testing/plant activities under minimal supervision; multitask activities at a time; understand and meet customer needs
- Own and utilize complex tools/equipment or specialized facilities as an expert; schedule and perform maintenance and qualification of instruments/equipment.
- Proactively identify conflict situations and contribute with empathy to solutions
- Work according to appropriate standards as defined in Quality Manual, SOPs, ethical, health, safety, environment (HSE), and information security (ISEC) guidelines; lead initiatives to ensure proactive compliance and continuous improvement.
- Provide documentation of raw data, evaluate and interpret results, draw relevant conclusions independently and design next experiments; supervise project related scientific/technical activities.
- Review and verify raw data generated by others
- Write protocols, scientific reports, lab procedures or SOPs; write scientific documents intended for external partners (e.g., other line units, authorities, external companies) or for generation of registration documents under minimal supervision.
- Communicate, address and solve problems (e.g. deviations and unexpected results from experiments) within own and broader area of responsibility; communicate effectively across organizational interfaces; lead the transfer of know-how or procedures to other departments or external contractors, including troubleshooting and on-site training.
Why Sandoz?
Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!
With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged!
The future is ours to shape!
Essential Requirements for Materials Science Sr. Scientist:
- PhD in Chemistry with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience in a related field.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in characterizing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), pre formulation, and de formulation using various solid-state technologies, including SEM, IR & Raman microscopy, DSC, BET, DVS, PSD, XRD etc.
Experience in XRD and PSD method development, validation, and transfer is essential.
Candidates should possess knowledge of quality and compliance, including regulatory guidance (e.g., ICH, FDA). Excellent communication and presentation skills are required, along with the ability to work collaboratively as a team player and demonstrate initiative.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
