Scientist Jobs at USP Careers | Chemistry Jobs Hyderabad
Are you looking for Scientist Jobs in a globally respected scientific organization? The Scientist III / Scientist IV – Synthetics (Contract) role under USP Careers is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking Organic Chemistry Jobs and Chemistry Jobs in Hyderabad while contributing to high-quality public health standards and advanced synthetic research.
About USP
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is a globally recognized, independent scientific organization dedicated to advancing public health through trusted quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. Through USP Careers, scientists collaborate with leading global experts while working in inclusive, ethical, and research-driven environments. USP is a preferred destination for Scientist Jobs, Organic Chemistry Jobs, and advanced Chemistry Jobs in Hyderabad, offering meaningful careers that directly impact global healthcare quality.
Brief Job Overview
This is a non-supervisory position engaged in the synthesis and delivery of USP Reference Standard candidate materials and API impurities through the design and development of cost-effective synthetic routes. Should carry out a literature search using scientific databases and work on planning and execution of synthesis of target molecules in mg to multigram/KG scale. Should ensure the completion of assigned tasks as per timelines
, prepare project reports, communicate with the team, and update on the project progress. Should be adherent to quality management systems (QMS) and lab safety practices.Responsibilities:
- Carry out a literature search related to assigned projects using various scientific databases.
- Design synthetic routes for the target small molecules. Prepare project proposals with tentative cost estimates.
- Perform synthesis & isolation of pharmaceutical analytical impurities, reference standards, and degradation impurity standards.
- Procure key raw materials and reagents required for the project
- Perform the reactions in small as well as large scale in the lab for the synthesis of target compounds
- Purification of compounds through various techniques such as crystallization, column chromatography, and advanced flash purification systems.
- Troubleshooting synthesis and purification issues independently
- Contributing effectively towards more challenging and complex projects through innovative methodologies
- Ensuring the availability of chemicals and equipment required for the projects and forwarding the purchase requisitions
- Interpretation of analytical data of synthesized compounds by IR, NMR, Mass Spectra, Elemental analysis, etc.
- Produce quality materials as per customer requirements
- Packaging of synthesized compounds
- Plan, execute, and complete the projects as per the timelines
- Document all experiments conducted as per QMS guidelines.
- Responsible for the preparation of SOPs, Protocols, reports, etc, as per the need
- Responsible for reviewing the records and documents
- Responsible for ensuring the calibrations of the equipment as per the schedule
- Periodic check of the assigned equipment to ensure its working condition
- Responsible for preparing, executing, and completing IQ/OQ/PQ of new instruments as assigned
- Work on any other assigned tasks/ lab management activities.
- Conversant with lab safety norms and strictly follows them.
- Communicate within the team and cross-functional teams
- Learn and practice Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging culture.
Requirements
- Scientist III/IV – Ph.D (Full Time) in Synthetic Organic Chemistry from a reputed group with a minimum of 0-7 years post-doctoral/industrial research experience in organic synthesis.
(Or)
M Sc (Organic Chemistry) from a reputed university with minimum 6-10 years of industrial experience in Pharmaceutical Process R&D, CRAMS, or CRO set up. - Strong background in synthetic organic chemistry, Interpretation of spectral data of compounds based on IR, NMR, HPLC, Mass, Elemental analysis, and other analyses.
- Ability to independently search literature, design, optimize, and develop synthetic processes for any given target molecules/APIs.
- Hands-on experience in process development of diverse chemical classes of APIs/ NCEs on a lab scale.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills in the synthesis and purification of target compounds.
- Should possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- Should possess good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
