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Research Associate

Cadila Pharmaceuticals
0-2 years
Not Disclosed
Ahmedabad, India
-1 June 15, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Technical , Life Sciences , Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Clinical Trials, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Lifesciences, Negotiation Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, Data Analysis, Document Management, Life Science, Regulatory Compliance, Waterfall Model, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing

Analytical Development Lead / Principal Scientist

Role Overview

The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, reviewing, and overseeing analytical activities for R&D and regulatory projects while ensuring laboratory compliance, resource optimization, and cross-functional support.


Key Functional Areas

1. Planning & Coordination

  • Plan and organize analytical activities for assigned R&D and regulatory projects.
  • Develop project timelines and execution strategies.
  • Ensure timely completion of analytical deliverables.
  • Participate in analytical budgeting and resource planning for ongoing and new projects.

2. Review & Oversight of Analytical Activities

  • Review and approve:
    • Specifications
    • Standard Test Procedures (STPs)
    • Analytical test methods for raw materials and finished products
  • Oversee:
    • Analytical method development
    • Partial method validation
    • API verification activities
  • Ensure analytical activities meet regulatory expectations and quality standards.

3. Compliance & Laboratory Management

  • Ensure adherence to:
    • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
    • Regulatory requirements
    • Internal quality systems
  • Maintain proper documentation and record management.
  • Ensure effective archival of:
    • Analytical reports
    • Laboratory records
    • Validation documents
  • Monitor and optimize utilization of:
    • Laboratory instruments
    • Equipment
    • Workforce resources

4. Cross-Functional Support

Provide analytical expertise and support to:

  • Formulation & Development (F&D)
  • Quality Assurance (QA)
  • Quality Control (QC)
  • Regulatory Affairs (RA)

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical and regulatory requirements.


5. Team Development & Resource Management

  • Plan analyst qualification and onboarding activities for new scientists.
  • Support team capability development and training initiatives.
  • Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success.
  • Monitor team performance and workload distribution.
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning and compliance.

Core Responsibilities Summary

  • Analytical project planning and execution
  • Method development and validation
  • Review and approval of analytical documentation
  • Regulatory and GLP compliance management
  • Laboratory operations and resource optimization
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Budgeting and resource planning
  • Team training and analyst qualification

Key Competencies Required

Technical Competencies

  • Analytical Method Development
  • Method Validation & Verification
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
  • Documentation & Data Integrity
  • Pharmaceutical Analytical Testing

Management Competencies

  • Project Planning
  • Resource Allocation
  • Laboratory Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Budget Management
  • Cross-functional Coordination

Behavioral Competencies

  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Decision-Making Ability
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Leadership & Mentoring
  • Time Management and Accountability