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Specialist - Safety Data Sheet Writer

Bristol Myers Squibb
Bristol Myers Squibb
3+ years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 20, 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

Specialist – Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Writer

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Regulatory Compliance | Product Stewardship | Chemical Safety
Experience Required: 3+ Years
Requisition ID: R1597654


Job Overview

Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) is seeking a Specialist – Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Writer to join its chemical safety and regulatory compliance function in Hyderabad. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate hazard communication and global regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical and chemical materials used across BMS operations.

The position is ideal for professionals with strong experience in SDS authoring, GHS classification, and global chemical regulations, who are passionate about scientific accuracy, regulatory excellence, and continuous process improvement.


Key Responsibilities

Safety Data Sheet Authoring & Compliance

  • Collect, compile, and document toxicological, physical, environmental, and regulatory data required for the preparation and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).

  • Author and update SDSs in compliance with global and regional regulations, including GHS, OSHA HazCom, EU CLP, and REACH.

  • Interpret chemical and toxicological data to accurately classify hazards across multiple regulatory frameworks.

  • Perform Dangerous Goods (DG) classifications in accordance with DOT, IATA, and IMDG regulations.

Regulatory & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with formulation scientists, regulatory teams, and product stewardship stakeholders following formulation changes, regulatory updates, or new hazard data.

  • Support regulatory compliance initiatives related to chemical stewardship and hazard communication.

  • Participate in quality control reviews to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of SDS content.

Process Improvement & Data Management

  • Maintain and update internal databases and repositories for chemical hazard and regulatory information.

  • Contribute to streamlining SDS workflows to reduce turnaround time and enhance data quality.

  • Design or improve internal chemical stewardship processes to minimize business and compliance risk.

  • Support the development of training materials and guidance documents related to SDS requirements and hazard communication standards.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

  • Apply innovative approaches to SDS authoring, including process automation, AI-enabled tools, and digital solutions, where applicable.

  • Promote best practices in data integrity, documentation, and regulatory compliance.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Toxicology, Product Stewardship, Industrial Hygiene, or a related scientific discipline.

  • Advanced degree is an advantage.

  • Strong understanding of chemical hazard communication and regulatory compliance requirements.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

  • High standards of integrity, accountability, and scientific rigor.


Experience Required

  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in SDS authoring and/or regulatory compliance within the chemical, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industries.

  • Hands-on experience with SDS authoring software, such as SAP EHS, WERCS, or 3E.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of GHS, OSHA HazCom, EU CLP, and other global chemical regulations.

  • Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments is preferred.


Preferred Skills & Certifications

  • Certification in Dangerous Goods regulations (DOT, IATA, IMDG).

  • Exposure to Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies.

  • Familiarity with project management principles.

  • Experience with AI-driven tools, automation, or digital transformation initiatives in regulatory or safety processes.


Work Model

This role follows BMS’s site-based or hybrid occupancy model, depending on business and role requirements. Onsite presence may be essential to support collaboration, compliance, and operational excellence.


About Bristol Myers Squibb

Bristol Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company driven by a single mission: Transforming patients’ lives through science™. BMS offers a culture of innovation, inclusion, and accountability, where employees contribute to meaningful, life-changing work across research, development, and commercialization.


Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

BMS is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.


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