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Scientist - Pharmaceutical Development

Sandoz
Sandoz
2-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Dec. 29, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, 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, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Scientist – Pharmaceutical Development
Job ID: REQ-10023719
Location: Telangana, India
Division: Sandoz – Development
Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular

Company Overview:
Sandoz, a global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines, delivered over 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024. With ongoing investments in development capabilities, production sites, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships, Sandoz is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable medicines worldwide. Our collaborative, inclusive, and flexible work culture empowers employees to innovate, grow professionally, and make a meaningful impact on patient care globally.

Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Scientist – Pharmaceutical Development to independently plan, execute, and document scientific experiments, GMP testing, and manufacturing plant activities. The ideal candidate will contribute to process optimization, method development, and technical documentation, supporting the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Independently plan, organize, perform, and document scientific experiments, GMP testing, and plant activities under minimal supervision.

  • Operate and maintain specialized tools, instruments, and facilities; schedule equipment maintenance and qualification.

  • Evaluate and interpret experimental data, propose next steps, and optimize existing methods and processes.

  • Review and verify raw data generated by colleagues; approve test results and experiments.

  • Author protocols, scientific reports, SOPs, and other documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

  • Contribute to method development, process optimization, and technology implementation.

  • Ensure compliance with cGMP, quality, health, safety, environmental, and information security standards.

  • Train and mentor associate scientists, technicians, and temporary employees.

  • Participate in project-specific sub-teams and contribute to project execution and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Establish control procedures, specifications, and verification methods for critical quality attributes, materials, and processes.

  • Lead technical meetings at local and SDC network levels; present scientific results internally and externally.

  • Contribute to publications, presentations, and patents as applicable.

Experience & Requirements:

  • Educational Qualification: M.Pharm with 2–5 years’ experience, or PhD with 1–3 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Development or related field.

  • Demonstrated expertise in scientific experimentation, GMP testing, process optimization, and method development.

  • Proficiency in laboratory equipment, process simulation, material science, and technical documentation.

  • Strong skills in SOP development, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance standards in pharmaceutical research and development.

Why Join Sandoz:
At Sandoz, you will join a global leader in generics and biosimilars, contributing to affordable healthcare and patient access worldwide. We offer an inclusive, flexible, and growth-oriented work environment where diversity is valued, and employees are empowered to achieve professional excellence.

Diversity & Inclusion:
Sandoz is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.