Analytical Specialist - Microscopy

Company Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Description

• Develop advance microscopy capabilities in DRL supporting complex generics and differentiated product portfolio.
• Design and perform experiments, interpret data; prepare reports.
• Develop analytical methods and present it to other cross functional teams within DRL.
• Provide technical inputs in Formulation development, pre-formulation, and sameness study.
• Work with product development teams for a number of projects involving conventional and advanced drug delivery systems.
• Provide technical expertise in optical & electron microscopy (Malvern G3, PLM, Confocal Fluorescence, SEM, TEM etc.).
• Knowledge in Cryo-TEM is a plus
• Analyze and resolve advance microscopy characterization related queries to facilitate faster product development. deficiency response, and regulatory decisions.
• Work towards publications, patents, participate in conferences.
• Mentor & train junior microscopists
• Bring new microscopy capabilities in-house relevant to pharmaceutical characterization
• Collaborate with CROs, external partners, and academic institutions

Understand the safety and quality aspects

Qualifications

• Strong fundamental knowledge in physics, optics, and instrumentation
• Demonstrated experience atleast in two microscopy domains (confocal optics, fluorecence microscopy and electron microscopy techniques), as well as strong affinity for mathematics, image & signal processing, scattering physics
• Experienced in electron microscopy sample preparation for pharmacuetical materials that includes freeze fracture, cryo microtome, cryo freezing for products such complex liposome, micro/nanoemulsions, gels, microspheres, micron-submicron particle suspensions, etc.
• Adept in handling optics based microscopy systems
• Should be proactive and operate with integrity.
• Should have a good understanding of working in the R&D enviroment.
• Should have excellent communication and leadership skills, and a good team spirit.
• Should be able to analyze and interpret the experiment data.
• Should be well aware of the SOPs, GMP and the safety norms to be followed in the labs.

Should be flexible and adaptable to change

Additional Information

About the Department

Integrated Product Development Organisation

We integrate our deep science capabilities and cutting-edge technology to develop innovative, accessible and affordable therapies for patients worldwide. We are a science-driven, innovation-focused pharmaceutical company committed to accelerating access to healthcare solutions to patients around the world. We have End to end capabilities in API, Formulations, Clinical, Intellectual Property and Regulatory Affairs. We are serving 55+ markets including USA, Canada, Europe, China, LATAM, ASEAN and all Emerging Markets with innovative and generic products ranging from Active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), Oral formulations, Parenteral (Injectables, Opthalmics) & Other dosages
Our product development efforts drive a portfolio of more than 1,000 products Enabled by our robust R&D team consisting of more 200 scientists and functional experts and more than 150 doctorates, we have filed 1,071 patents and also published over 1,000 papers for peer review over the years.
Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.
Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/