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Senior Research Associate

1-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 27, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Senior Research Associate

Location: Hyderabad, India
Department: Chemistry Solutions
Office Location: Mallapur, Hyderabad
Job Type: Full-Time


Position Overview

The Senior Research Associate will be responsible for planning, setting up, and executing chemical reactions to synthesize molecules and compounds as per client requirements. The role demands strong expertise in Organic or Medicinal Chemistry, accurate documentation, strict adherence to safety standards, and delivery of high-quality intermediates and final compounds.


Key Responsibilities

1. Reaction Planning and Execution

  • Understand project requirements and synthetic routes as specified by the client.

  • Review and discuss the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) with supervisors and team members.

  • Identify potential safety hazards and implement mitigation measures.

  • Set up and execute reactions using appropriate reagents, glassware, stirrers, vacuum pumps, and other laboratory equipment.

  • Maintain specified reaction parameters such as temperature, pressure, and reaction duration.

  • Ensure efficient and parallel execution of multiple reactions.

  • Monitor reaction progress using analytical techniques and adjust conditions as needed.

  • Identify and perform suitable workup and purification techniques to obtain intermediates and final products with required quality standards.

  • Analyze analytical data, interpret results, and document observations.

  • Meet productivity benchmarks including number of reactions, steps completed, compound purity, and project timelines.

2. Laboratory Safety and Compliance

  • Comply with all safety protocols and good laboratory practices.

  • Ensure proper maintenance and use of instruments and lab equipment as per SOPs.

  • Maintain high housekeeping standards within the laboratory.

3. Documentation and Data Integrity

  • Accurately document experiments, reaction conditions, and observations in laboratory notebooks.

  • Uphold strict data integrity and intellectual property (IP) confidentiality requirements.

  • Assist in preparing final project reports as needed.

4. Continuous Learning and Team Contribution

  • Enhance subject knowledge in organic synthesis, analytical techniques, and safety practices through training and discussions with supervisors.

  • Participate in internal knowledge-building programs and professional development activities.


Functional and Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of organic chemistry, especially synthetic methodologies.

  • Understanding of safety protocols, MSDS, and laboratory best practices.

  • Working knowledge of analytical techniques used for reaction monitoring.

  • Familiarity with IP confidentiality standards and data integrity policies.

  • Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and ensure optimal resource utilization.


Required Qualifications

  • Educational Requirement: MSc in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry.

  • Experience Required: 1 to 5 years of relevant experience in chemical synthesis or related laboratory roles.

  • Candidates with research publications in recognized scientific journals will be preferred.


Additional Role Details

  • Reporting To: As per organizational structure.

  • Industry: Pharmaceutical / Chemical Research / CRO.

  • Key Performance Indicators:

    • Reaction success rate

    • Compound purity

    • Adherence to timelines

    • Compliance with safety and documentation standards


Working Conditions and Requirements

  • Travel: As required by project needs.

  • Work Permit: Candidates must be authorized to work in India.

  • Contract Type: Full-time employment.

  • Compensation: Competitive salary; final range based on experience and qualifications.