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Chemist

Bengaluru, KA

Job Description


Your Role

  • Identification, planning, and setup of a Preparation Lab under cGMP guidelines, including cleanroom infrastructure.
  • Reviewing manufacturing processes to ensure that they comply with standard procedures and cGMP practices.
  • Reagent preparation & handling.
  • Prepare chemical and biological reagents according to standardized protocols, SOPs, and batch records.
  • Work in the preparation lab to maintain readiness for production needs.
  • Ensure correct concentrations, pH adjustments, and dilutions as per specifications.
  • Knowledge of accurate weighing, dilution, buffer preparation, molarity & normality calculations, and dilutions.
  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (balances, pH meters, extraction hoods).
  • Ensure aseptic handling and preparation of biological reagents in accordance with GMP and EHS guidelines.
  • Chemical safety: Handling corrosives, flammables, oxidizers, and toxic reagents.
  • Demonstrate safe, competent operation of lab and production equipment by complying with established procedures.
  • Support validation activities as required, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established protocols.
  • Maintain accurate records of production activities, inventory levels, and equipment maintenance logs.
  • Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with environmental regulations.

Who You Are

  • 3-6 years of strong knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry and reagent preparation techniques.
  • Familiarity with GMP, ISO 9001, and laboratory safety practices.
  • Basic understanding of lyophilization techniques.
  • Basic knowledge about data integrity.
  • Maintain current knowledge of regulatory and industry standards and advancements through independent reading and training.