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Chemist 1 – Preparation Laboratory Operations

Merck KGaA
3-6 years
INR 6 LPA – 12 LPA
Bangalore, India
1 June 19, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, mRS and EQ-5D-5L, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Chemist 1 – Preparation Laboratory Operations

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-Site

Role Summary

The Chemist 1 – Preparation Laboratory Operations is responsible for supporting the establishment, operation, and maintenance of a cGMP-compliant Preparation Laboratory, including cleanroom infrastructure and reagent preparation activities. The role focuses on ensuring accurate preparation of chemical and biological reagents, maintaining laboratory readiness, supporting validation activities, and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

This position requires strong expertise in organic and inorganic chemistry, laboratory operations, reagent preparation, chemical safety, and cGMP practices to support manufacturing and quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation Laboratory Setup & Operations

  • Support the identification, planning, and setup of a Preparation Laboratory under cGMP guidelines.

  • Assist in establishing and maintaining cleanroom infrastructure and laboratory readiness.

  • Ensure laboratory operations comply with:

    • cGMP Requirements

    • ISO Standards

    • Internal SOPs

    • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Guidelines

  • Maintain a production-ready environment to support manufacturing activities.

Reagent Preparation & Handling

  • Prepare chemical and biological reagents according to:

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Batch Records

    • Approved Protocols

  • Ensure accurate:

    • Weighing

    • Dilution

    • Buffer Preparation

    • pH Adjustment

    • Concentration Calculations

  • Perform:

    • Molarity Calculations

    • Normality Calculations

    • Solution Standardization

  • Verify reagent quality and compliance with established specifications.

Laboratory Equipment Operation & Maintenance

  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment including:

    • Analytical Balances

    • pH Meters

    • Extraction Hoods

    • Mixing Equipment

    • Laboratory Utilities

  • Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance activities.

  • Ensure equipment calibration and documentation requirements are met.

  • Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate corrective actions.

Aseptic Processing & Biological Reagent Handling

  • Perform aseptic handling and preparation of biological reagents.

  • Follow GMP and cleanroom procedures during laboratory activities.

  • Ensure contamination control practices are consistently maintained.

  • Support activities requiring sterile handling techniques.

Manufacturing & Process Compliance

  • Review manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with:

    • cGMP Guidelines

    • Approved Procedures

    • Quality Requirements

  • Support manufacturing operations by providing prepared reagents and materials.

  • Ensure process documentation is accurate and complete.

  • Participate in process monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

Validation & Quality Support

  • Support qualification and validation activities as required.

  • Assist in protocol execution and documentation.

  • Ensure laboratory processes comply with validation requirements.

  • Support investigations related to deviations and quality events.

  • Maintain data integrity throughout all laboratory activities.

Chemical Safety & Environmental Compliance

  • Safely handle:

    • Corrosive Chemicals

    • Flammable Materials

    • Oxidizers

    • Toxic Reagents

  • Ensure proper storage, labeling, and segregation of chemicals.

  • Follow chemical hygiene and laboratory safety procedures.

  • Support hazardous waste management and disposal activities in compliance with environmental regulations.

  • Promote a culture of safety and compliance within laboratory operations.

Documentation & Inventory Management

  • Maintain accurate records of:

    • Reagent Preparation Activities

    • Batch Documentation

    • Equipment Maintenance Logs

    • Inventory Records

  • Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.

  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment of laboratory supplies.

  • Support laboratory audits and inspections.

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve laboratory efficiency, quality, and safety.

  • Participate in process improvement initiatives and best practice implementation.

  • Stay updated with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and scientific advancements.

  • Support knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the team.

Required Qualifications

Education

One of the following qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Chemistry

    • Pharmaceutical Sciences

    • Biotechnology

    • Life Sciences

    • Related Scientific Discipline

OR

  • Master's Degree in:

    • Chemistry

    • Pharmaceutical Sciences

    • Biotechnology

    • Related Scientific Discipline

Experience

  • 3–6 years of experience in:

    • Reagent Preparation

    • Laboratory Operations

    • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Support

    • Quality Control Laboratories

    • cGMP-Regulated Environments

  • Experience working in cleanroom or controlled laboratory environments is preferred.