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Expert Science & Technology

Novartis
5-10 years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
10 May 29, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Expert Science & Technology (Senior Scientist – R&D)

Job ID: REQ-10078866
Date: May 26, 2026
Location: India (Hyderabad Office)
Company: Novartis Healthcare Private Limited
Division: Development (Research & Development)


Job Overview

This role involves independently planning, executing, and documenting scientific experiments and/or GMP manufacturing and testing activities. The position requires expertise in formulation development, analytical methods, and scientific documentation while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

The role also includes mentoring junior staff, contributing to technical development, and supporting cross-functional global projects.


Key Responsibilities

A. Scientific Experimentation & Development

  • Independently plan, perform, and document scientific experiments with minimal supervision

  • Handle multiple parallel laboratory or plant activities efficiently

  • Develop, optimize, and validate laboratory or manufacturing processes

  • Contribute to innovation in formulation and process development

  • Design and execute experiments and interpret scientific data


B. Data Management & Scientific Documentation

  • Document raw data accurately and evaluate experimental results

  • Write protocols, scientific reports, SOPs, and lab procedures

  • Generate technical documents for internal and external stakeholders (including regulatory bodies)

  • Support preparation of registration documents for global submissions


C. Equipment & Laboratory Management

  • Manage specialized tools, equipment, and laboratory facilities

  • Schedule and perform maintenance and qualification of instruments

  • Ensure proper use of infrastructure and compliance with system ownership responsibilities


D. Quality, Compliance & Safety

  • Work in compliance with:

    • cGMP (for GMP environments)

    • Quality standards and SOPs

    • Health, safety, environmental protection, and information security regulations

  • Ensure integrity of scientific and manufacturing processes

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives


E. Data Review & Technical Oversight

  • Review and verify raw data generated by other team members

  • Approve experiments and test results performed by peers

  • Identify issues and propose technical solutions proactively


F. Collaboration & Leadership

  • Participate in cross-functional project teams

  • Lead or contribute to technical meetings (local and global)

  • Train and mentor associate scientists, technicians, and trainees

  • Foster knowledge sharing across teams and departments


G. Research & Innovation Activities

  • Perform literature and technical research with minimal supervision

  • Contribute to development of new technologies and methods

  • Support patent, publication, and scientific presentation activities

  • Establish innovative solutions for critical quality and process parameters


H. Additional Responsibilities

  • Report technical complaints or adverse events within 24 hours (if applicable)

  • Support marketing sample distribution where required

  • Contribute to cost center goals and organizational objectives


Minimum Qualifications

  • M.Pharm or M.Sc. (or equivalent) in pharmaceutical sciences or related field

  • 5–10 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical R&D or formulation development

  • Hands-on experience in preclinical formulation development

  • Knowledge of physicochemical properties and formulation behavior

  • Experience with analytical methods for compound evaluation


Desirable Skills

  • Experience with in vitro biopharmaceutics tools:

    • Microdissolution

    • Flux studies

    • PAMPA

    • Two-stage dissolution

    • UV-fiber optic systems

  • Experience in:

    • Preclinical formulation development

    • Matrix/global team environments

    • Independent experimental design and execution

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills


Work Environment

  • Global R&D setting with cross-functional collaboration

  • Focus on innovation, formulation science, and drug development

  • Strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and scientific excellence

  • Opportunity to contribute to publications, patents, and global projects