PHARMAFull-time
Associate Scientist
By Admin · Research & Development (Lab & Science)
PUNE (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 9/1/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONLUPINPharmaceuticals
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
Role Overview
The Associate Scientist role at Lupin is focused on research and development of sterile pharmaceutical products, including complex injectable formulations. The position supports product-development activities from scientific literature review and idea generation through formulation strategy, raw-material selection, pre-formulation studies, process development, stability evaluation, technology transfer and regulatory-market submission support.
Core Responsibilities
Conduct scientific literature searches to identify relevant technical, formulation, product-development and regulatory information.
Generate development ideas based on scientific findings and product requirements.
Prepare detailed technical reports documenting research, development activities, observations and conclusions.
Develop product-development strategies for a variety of sterile drug products.
Incorporate technical, intellectual-property, regulatory and clinical requirements into product-development planning.
Support development and optimization of complex injectable products.
Screen and select appropriate raw materials for pharmaceutical product development.
Evaluate and select active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients and packaging components.
Conduct pre-formulation studies to understand material characteristics and their impact on product development.
Perform solution chemistry studies relevant to sterile and injectable formulations.
Participate in process-development activities for pharmaceutical products.
Optimize development and manufacturing processes for complex injectable products.
Support stability evaluation and assess product performance during development.
Apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles where applicable during pharmaceutical product development.
Perform basic physico-chemical testing and interpret results to support formulation and process decisions.
Handle technology-transfer batches and support transfer of developed processes into subsequent manufacturing or development stages.
Support activities associated with product submissions in regulated markets.
Maintain appropriate technical documentation throughout research and product-development activities.
Technical & Domain Expertise
Understanding of sterile pharmaceutical product development.
Knowledge of complex injectable formulation and process development.
Scientific literature-search capability and technical report preparation.
Product-development strategy preparation.
Understanding of intellectual-property considerations in pharmaceutical development.
Knowledge of regulatory and clinical requirements affecting product-development strategy.
Raw-material screening and selection involving APIs, excipients and packaging components.
Pre-formulation studies and solution chemistry.
Process development and process optimization.
Stability evaluation.
Application of Quality by Design principles.
Basic physico-chemical testing.
Understanding of the regulatory framework for pharmaceutical product development and filing.
Familiarity with International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) requirements and expectations of regulated markets.
Exposure to technology-transfer activities and batches.
Understanding of regulated-market product-submission requirements.
Quality, Compliance & Laboratory Standards
Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) during research and development work.
Follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements where applicable.
Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Maintain laboratory safety practices during all assigned activities.
Support compliant generation, documentation and handling of scientific and technical data.
Ensure development activities are conducted with attention to applicable regulatory and quality requirements.
Professional & Functional Expectations
Demonstrate the ability to manage multiple activities and priorities.
Apply analytical thinking and an out-of-the-box approach to scientific and development challenges.
Communicate effectively with internal teams through strong verbal communication.
Prepare clear and effective written technical documentation and reports.
Demonstrate good interpersonal skills while working with cross-functional research, development, analytical, regulatory and technology-transfer teams.
Education & Experience
Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Technology or Polymers.
PhD with approximately 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
Business & Scientific Impact
The role contributes directly to development strategies for sterile pharmaceutical products and complex injectables. The Associate Scientist supports scientific decision-making across formulation development, process optimization, stability, regulatory readiness and technology transfer, helping advance products toward submission and commercialization in regulated markets.
Benefits & Total Rewards
The provided job posting does not disclose a specific salary range, bonus structure, insurance coverage or other employee benefits. Candidates should confirm the role-specific compensation structure and total-rewards package directly during the official Lupin recruitment process.
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
PhD
Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Technology or Polymers
2-3 years relevant experience
Literature search
Technical report preparation
Sterile drug product development
Complex injectable development
Product development strategy
API screening and selection
Excipient selection
Packaging component selection
Pre-formulation studies
Solution chemistry
Process development
Process optimization
Stability evaluation
Quality by Design
Basic physico-chemical testing
ICH regulatory framework
Regulated market filing
Technology transfer
GDP
cGMP
GLP
Laboratory safety
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
The job posting does not disclose a salary range. Compensation for a PhD-qualified pharmaceutical R&D professional with approximately 2-3 years of experience may vary based on technical specialization, prior sterile or injectable-development experience, scientific expertise, research achievements and Lupin's internal compensation structure. Total compensation may potentially include fixed pay and applicable company benefits or performance-related components, but candidates should confirm all salary, incentive and benefits details directly with the employer during recruitment.
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
Lupin is actively hiring for this position.
INDUSTRY: Pharmaceuticals
EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP
The Associate Scientist position provides a strong scientific career pathway within pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in sterile products and complex injectable development. Experience in formulation strategy, pre-formulation, solution chemistry, process optimization, stability studies, QbD and technology transfer can support progression into Scientist, Senior Scientist, Principal Scientist or specialized formulation and product-development roles. Exposure to ICH requirements and regulated-market filing can also create long-term opportunities in global product development, technical transfer, CMC development, regulatory support and pharmaceutical innovation. With increasing technical and project leadership experience, professionals may progress toward leading development programs, cross-functional technical teams or strategic R&D portfolios.
APPLICATION ADVISORY
Candidates should prominently highlight their PhD specialization in Pharmaceutical Technology or Polymers and clearly describe 2-3 years of relevant pharmaceutical R&D experience. The resume should emphasize sterile formulation or complex injectable development, pre-formulation, solution chemistry, process optimization and stability work. Include specific examples of applying QbD principles, conducting physico-chemical testing and making formulation or process decisions based on experimental data. Highlight familiarity with ICH guidelines, regulated-market requirements, GDP, cGMP and GLP. Candidates should prepare to discuss raw-material selection, API and excipient compatibility, technology transfer and challenges encountered during complex injectable development. Strong technical-report writing, scientific problem-solving and cross-functional communication examples can help demonstrate suitability for the role.
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