Team Leader - Analytical R &D (API)

Job Role : Team Leader – Analytical R&D

Are you an experienced Analytical R&D professional with a passion for method development and team leadership We are looking for a Team Leader to join our AR&D team to drive the development, validation, and transfer of robust analytical methods.

Role Purpose

In this role, you will lead a team of 5 to 10 members to ensure the delivery of high-quality analytical support for process and product development. You will be responsible for completing projects within strict timelines while maintaining the highest regulatory and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Analytical Method Development: Provide technical leadership in designing experiments and developing various tests to enable seamless process development.
• Project Planning & Execution: Manage resource allocation, review/close ELN experiments, and ensure the timely release of analytical reports (Targeting >95% OTIF).
• Validation & Tech Transfer: Oversee the preparation and review of validation protocols and reports. Ensure successful method transfers to QC teams with a goal of <2% failure rate.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary analytical point of contact for Customers, Production Engineers, Quality Assurance (QA), and Regulatory Affairs (RA).
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain 100% compliance with SOPs and GxP requirements. Lead the team through DQA audits and ensure a zero-incident safety environment.
• RFP Support: Provide technical inputs for RFP (Request for Proposal) evaluations to support business development.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: M.Sc with PhD in Organic/Analytical Chemistry
• Experience: 12+ years of experience in Analytical R&D post PhD.

Technical Expertise:

• Deep expertise in Chromatography.
• Strong knowledge of Spectroscopy and solid-state properties.
• Proficiency in GxP and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to coach and learn , make data-driven business decisions, and influence stakeholders.