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Research Associate

Lupin
Lupin
0-3 years
Not Disclosed
Pune, India
10 Feb. 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Research Associate – Preclinical Safety & Regulatory Support
Location: Pune (R&D), Maharashtra, India
Company: Lupin
Employment Type: Full-Time
Date Posted: February 18, 2026

ThePharmaDaily.com is featuring an opportunity for a Research Associate to join a dynamic R&D team in Pune. This role is ideal for life sciences or pharmacy graduates seeking hands-on experience in preclinical safety studies, GLP-compliant laboratory operations, and regulatory documentation support within the pharmaceutical industry.

Role Overview

The Research Associate will support regulatory documentation through scientific literature reviews and assist in the execution of in-life and terminal phases of preclinical safety studies. The position requires laboratory discipline, familiarity with GLP standards, and practical experience in animal handling and biological sample collection.

This role offers strong exposure to regulatory-aligned research environments and non-clinical development processes.

Key Responsibilities

Preclinical Study Support

  • Assist in the conduct of in-life and terminal phases of non-clinical safety studies.

  • Handle laboratory animals in compliance with ethical and regulatory guidelines.

  • Perform dosing and collect biological samples including blood, urine, and feces.

  • Ensure adherence to study protocols and experimental timelines.

Regulatory & Documentation Support

  • Conduct scientific literature searches to support regulatory submissions and technical write-ups.

  • Maintain accurate laboratory records, worksheets, raw data, and study notebooks.

  • Ensure documentation integrity in accordance with GLP principles and internal SOPs.

Quality & Compliance

  • Comply with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards.

  • Follow written SOPs and quality procedures.

  • Maintain data accuracy and readiness for audits and inspections.

Experience Required

  • 0–3 years of experience in preclinical research, toxicology studies, or laboratory-based pharmaceutical research.

  • Experience in animal handling, dosing techniques, and biological sample collection preferred.

  • Exposure to regulatory documentation or GLP environments is an advantage.

Educational Qualification

  • Graduation in Life Sciences or Pharmacy (mandatory).

  • Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacology, or related discipline preferred.

Core Competencies

  • Strong result orientation and accountability.

  • Customer-centric and quality-driven approach.

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Basic understanding of regulatory guidelines and preclinical documentation requirements.

  • Ability to work effectively in a structured laboratory environment.

Why Apply Through ThePharmaDaily.com

This role provides foundational exposure to preclinical safety research, regulatory documentation practices, and GLP-compliant laboratory operations within a leading pharmaceutical R&D setup. It is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals aiming to build a career in non-clinical research, toxicology, or regulatory science.

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