Vice President

AVP/VP – API Process R&D

Function

API – Research & Development

Location

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Reports To

Head - R&D

Experience

18–25 years, including 8–10 years in a leadership role

Role Summary

Lead the API Process R&D groups by driving process innovation, development, scale-up, technology transfer, and commercialization of API products. Ensure robust, scalable, cost-effective, and regulatory-compliant manufacturing processes while building high-performing teams and supporting global business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the API Process R&D strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
• Lead process development, optimization, and commercialization of API molecules across the portfolio.
• Oversee scale-up, technology transfer, and commercial manufacturing support from lab to plant.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, ICH, USFDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements.
• Review technical documents supporting DMFs, CEPs, ANDAs, and other regulatory submissions.
• Drive innovation, green chemistry, digitalization, and cost-optimization initiatives across R&D.
• Manage the R&D project portfolio, timelines, and budgets through cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Group Leaders, Scientists, and R&D Managers to build a high-performing team.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Ph.D. / M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Chemical Sciences.
• 18–25 years of API Process R&D experience, including 8–10 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in API process development, technology transfer, and commercialization for regulated markets (US, Europe, Japan).
• Strong knowledge of QbD, cGMP, regulatory filings (DMF/CEP/ANDA), and project management.
  
  

Hetero is an equal opportunity employer.