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Quality Assurance Associate

Dr.Reddy's
5+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote, India, India
8 May 21, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Quality Assurance Associate – Biologics

Quality Assurance – Biosimilars Division

Location: Shamirpet
Department: Biologics – Quality Assurance
Company: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories


Company Overview

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories is a global pharmaceutical organization focused on delivering affordable and innovative medicines across the world.

Key Highlights

  • Founded in 1984

  • Presence in 66 countries

  • 24,000+ employees globally

  • Strong focus on:

    • Biosimilars and biologics innovation

    • Regulatory compliance

    • Global quality standards

    • Sustainable healthcare access


Department Overview – Biologics

The Biologics division is part of the company’s global biosimilars business, focusing on complex biologic medicines.

Key Strengths:

  • End-to-end biologics development capabilities

  • In-house clone and process development

  • Upstream & downstream manufacturing expertise

  • Bioanalytical and formulation development

  • Global clinical and regulatory capabilities

  • Commercial-scale biosimilar manufacturing

  • Products reaching multiple global markets


Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Associate ensures compliance and quality oversight of manufacturing and testing activities in biologics production.

The role focuses on:

  • Real-time GMP compliance monitoring

  • Batch manufacturing and documentation review

  • Quality system adherence (QMS)

  • Deviation investigation and CAPA support

  • Audit readiness and compliance tracking


Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing Floor QA Oversight

  • Execute or assign in-process QA activities during shifts

  • Perform:

    • Line clearance checks

    • Material verification

    • Machine start-up verification

    • Sampling coordination

  • Ensure product quality during manufacturing operations


2. Batch Documentation & Record Review

  • Execute or review:

    • Batch manufacturing records (BMRs)

    • Logbooks and production documentation

    • QA review sheets

  • Ensure accurate and compliant documentation practices

  • Support online documentation systems and record integrity


3. GMP & Facility Compliance

  • Verify adherence to:

    • cGMP standards

    • Facility hygiene and upkeep

    • Environmental controls

    • Material segregation

    • Status labeling systems

  • Report and escalate deviations through incident systems


4. Quality Management System (QMS) Monitoring

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Change control

    • Incident management

    • CAPA systems

  • Track and support deviation resolution processes


5. Deviation & Investigation Support

  • Assist in investigations of:

    • Complaints

    • Batch failures

    • OOS/OOT results

    • Deviations and incidents

  • Collect data and support root cause analysis

  • Help document CAPA actions and track effectiveness


6. Audit Support & Compliance

  • Support internal and external audits

  • Provide required documentation and clarifications

  • Track audit observations and ensure timely closure of actions

  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams for audit responses


Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) OR

  • Post-Graduation in Life Sciences


Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of industrial experience

  • Exposure to one or more of the following:

    • Manufacturing

    • Quality Assurance

    • Quality Control

    • Pharmaceutical development


Technical Skills

Quality Systems & Compliance

  • Strong understanding of:

    • GMP / cGMP systems

    • Quality Management Systems (QMS)

    • Regulatory requirements (FDA, EU, Indian authorities)

Manufacturing & Biopharma Knowledge

  • Understanding of:

    • Biologics and biosimilar processes

    • Pharma manufacturing workflows

    • Product lifecycle and quality requirements

    • Market and industry trends

Documentation & Systems

  • Batch record review

  • Deviation documentation

  • CAPA systems

  • Audit documentation handling


Behavioral Competencies

  • Continuous learning mindset

  • Strong communication and influencing skills

  • Analytical and logical thinking ability

  • Self-driven and proactive approach

  • Strong teamwork and collaboration

  • Adaptability to dynamic manufacturing environments

  • Innovative and solution-oriented mindset


About Biologics Division

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Biologics business focuses on biosimilars development and commercialization.

Key Highlights:

  • Covers high-value biologics market (~$80B+ innovator sales exposure)

  • Over 900,000 patients served globally

  • Strong pipeline of biosimilar products

  • Global regulatory and clinical capabilities

  • High-quality, cost-efficient manufacturing systems


Benefits & Employee Support

  • Competitive compensation and benefits

  • Medical coverage for employees and families

  • Life insurance coverage

  • Maternity & paternity benefits

  • Learning and development programs

  • Relocation support


Work Culture

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories promotes:

  • Patient-first mindset (“Good Health Can’t Wait”)

  • Strong quality and compliance culture

  • Collaboration and teamwork

  • Continuous improvement mindset

  • Inclusive and diverse workforce