Expected qualification:
• Minimum M. Tech/M.SC with Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, chemical
Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10-13+ years hands on experience for M. Tech/M.SC level candidates
(minimum 12+ years’ experience for B.S. candidates) in biotechnology/pharmaceutical
manufacturing practices, guidelines, management practices, cGMP knowledge, and
production and planning operations.
• Experience in method development and its qualification, validation studies for analytical
assays such as HPLC, GC, SDS-PAGE, Agarose gel electrophoresis, Densitometry, dd-
PCR and RT-PCR, ELISA, UV-Visible spectrophotometry, and Western-Blot etc. and
microbiological techniques such as BET - rapid release methods (Bac-T, PTS, MCS) and
gel-clot, Bioburden and Sterility testing (Conventional and rapid tests).
• Should have a complete awareness of analytical method qualification and validation as per
regulatory requirements.
• Should have a complete understanding of method qualification criteria, Handling of
reference standards and reagents, routine calibration, and maintenance of laboratory
instruments.
• New facilities and equipment commissioning, and qualification experience are added
advantages.
• Should be familiar with regulatory approvals of products at different stages and exposure
of audits to regulated and emerging markets are compulsory.
• Candidate should have proven track records of method validation with accuracy and
highest standards of repeatability as per defined specifications.
• Candidate should be familiar with analyst qualification.
• Should have a complete understanding of cGMP, GLP, GDP (Good documentation
practices) and data reliability.
• Technical proficiency required for successful validation and method transfer of analytical
assays.
• Working knowledge of clone development, upstream fermentation, and downstream
purification techniques.
• Relevant industry experience in GMP environment.
• Must be self-motivating, organized, and proactive.
• Strong knowledge of Environmental Monitoring (EM) requirements and tests (viable and
non-viable), aseptic process validation, identifying microbial contaminants, and other
applicable methods for the testing of biopharmaceuticals.
• Must have training and experience to work safely around laboratory equipment,
biohazardous substances (BSL-2/BSL-3), and/or hazardous chemicals in manner that
complies with safety and quality standards.
• Working knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (21 CRF Part
11/210/211/1271, ISO 14644-1, USP, EP).
• Strong technical aptitude including demonstrated experience in applying scientific
reasoning to solve complex problems.
• Well versed with software such as Lonza MODA, LIMS, track wise, Documentum for
microbiology functions.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems including base of computer systems including base
of MS word, MS excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS projects in addition to familiarity with
statistical software and planning with inventory systems.
• Ability to work hours necessary to support production and/ or product transfer activities.