Research Associate Jobs at Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences
An exciting chance has emerged for aspiring professionals in the pharmaceutical field as Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences announces openings for research associate jobs in formulation. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in formulation science, particularly those with an M. Pharm or related qualifications.
About Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences
Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences is a prominent research institute located in Hyderabad, India, specialising in pharmaceutical sciences and drug development. The organisation focuses on innovative research and development in the formulation of various pharmaceutical products. With a commitment to excellence, Dr Reddy’s Institute plays a vital role in advancing healthcare through scientific research and collaboration. The research associate jobs available at the institute provide a platform for professionals to contribute to cutting-edge formulation research.
Job Details:
- Position: Research Associate – Formulation
- Location: Hyderabad
- Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Education Qualification & Skills
- M.Pharm / M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, relevant Engineering or Life Sciences discipline.
- Experience in formulation research and development is preferred.
- Candidates with at least 1 year of industrial experience in a pharmaceutical formulation department will be given preference.
- Experience in product development and scale-up is desirable.
- Good understanding of formulation principles, techniques, and the chemical and physical properties of pharmaceutical materials.
- Knowledge of different formulation techniques and analytical methodologies.
- Ability to understand scientific literature related to drug and nucleic acid delivery and apply relevant concepts.
- Ability to identify development challenges and bottlenecks and suggest suitable solutions.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to independently interpret experimental data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to clearly present scientific findings.
- Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
- Willingness to handle routine formulation and characterisation workloads.
- Ability and willingness to quickly learn and master new experimental techniques.
Areas of Relevant Experience
Experience in all areas is not mandatory; experience in a relevant subset is acceptable for this research associate role.
- Drug Delivery Systems: Liposomes, LNPs, solid-lipid nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles and microparticles.
- Polymer Chemistry: Molecular weight, degradation behaviour and synthesis.
- Peptides & Proteins: Handling, stability and drug loading in drug delivery systems.
- Controlled Drug Delivery: Implants, depot and in-situ depot systems.
- Microfluidics: Lipid/polymeric nanoparticle synthesis, encapsulation and characterisation.
- Purification: Ultrafiltration and tangential flow filtration (TFF).
- Nanoparticle Characterisation: Particle size, zeta potential, pKa and viscosity measurements.
- Microscopy: TEM, SEM and Confocal microscopy.
- Analytical Techniques: UV, Fluorescence, FTIR, Circular Dichroism, Raman, PXRD, DLS, DSC, MS, NMR and Size Exclusion Chromatography.
- Polymeric DDS Analysis: Particle size, UPLC/HPLC drug content, drug loading and drug release.
- Higher-order structure and conformation analysis.
- Biophysical Characterisation: Size, aggregates, instability mechanisms, thermal denaturation and ligand binding.
- Nucleic Acid Quantification: RiboGreen-style assays and NanoDrop-style spectrophotometry.
- In-vitro DDS Evaluation: Cell/cell-line handling, cell culture and evaluation using different cell models.
- In-vivo DDS Evaluation: Animal handling, dosing, disease model development and DDS evaluation.
Selection Process
- The selection process will have two rounds of interviews.
- Shortlisted candidates will first undergo a phone interview.
- Selected candidates will then attend a personal interview at Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences, University of Hyderabad Campus, Gachibowli, Hyderabad.
- A Skype/teleconference interview may be considered for candidates unable to attend the personal interview.
How to Apply?
Qualified and interested candidates may send their curriculum vitae by e-mail to hr@drils.org on or before 30 September 2026 with “Formulation Lab” as the subject line of the email. There will be two rounds of interviews, starting with a phone interview followed by a personal interview at the institute.
The opportunity for research associate jobs at Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences is a significant step for professionals looking to advance their careers in formulation science. With a focus on innovative research and collaboration, candidates can expect to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving healthcare. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline of 30 September 2026 to seize this chance to make a meaningful impact in the field.
