95 Pharmaceutical Positions jobs in Chennai

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Providing safety related trainings like first aid, fire fighting, emergency evacuation, material
  
  handling and PPE training etc.
• Carry out Job Safety analysis (JSA).
• Carry out safety audit in the premises to identify the safety hazards and safety abnormalities.
• Organizing the essential safety inspection and to check and evaluate the effectiveness of the
  
  action taken or proposed to be taken to prevent personal injuries.
• To promote setting up of safety committees and act as advisor and catalyst to such committees.
• Carry out accident / incident investigation.
• Conducting risk assessment and enforce preventive measures.
• Eliminating unsafe conditions and unsafe acts that leads to unhealthy or injury.
• Over view installation, maintenance and disposal of hazardous process / substances.
• Report to concerned authorities as requested or mandated by regulations.
• Authority to issuing and monitoring the permit to work systems.
• HSE relevant to Factories Act related activities
• Conduct regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver effective safety training programs for employees on various aspects of industrial safety.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 2-7 years of experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry or manufacturing sector.
• Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. degree in Any Specialization; additional certification in Industrial Safety preferred.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety principles, practices, and regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Excellent communication skills with ability to train employees at all levels.

• Lead and conduct research projects focused on drug discovery and development.
• Design, execute, and optimize experimental protocols in areas such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or formulation development.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, drawing sound scientific conclusions.
• Develop and validate bioanalytical methods for drug quantification.
• Contribute to the preclinical evaluation of drug candidates.
• Mentor and guide junior research scientists and technical staff.
• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., regulatory, clinical, manufacturing) to ensure seamless project progression.
• Prepare high-quality research reports, publications, and patent applications.
• Present research findings at internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
• Ensure adherence to GLP, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral research experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven track record in drug discovery and preclinical development.
• Expertise in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or pharmaceutical formulation.
• Proficiency in modern laboratory techniques and analytical instrumentation.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and team mentoring capabilities.
• Familiarity with GLP and regulatory submission processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creativity in scientific approaches.

• Design, execute, and optimize complex research experiments in areas such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or molecular biology.
• Develop and validate in vitro and in vivo assay systems to evaluate the efficacy and safety of drug candidates.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw meaningful conclusions to guide research strategies.
• Contribute to the identification and validation of novel drug targets and therapeutic pathways.
• Prepare detailed research reports, presentations, and scientific publications.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including chemists, biologists, toxicologists, and clinical researchers.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, emerging technologies, and industry trends in drug discovery.
• Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance and training.
• Ensure adherence to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and all relevant safety protocols.
• Contribute to the intellectual property strategy through invention disclosures and patent applications.
• Manage laboratory resources and maintain accurate experimental records.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a closely related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in drug discovery and development.
• Proven track record of independent research, evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or patent filings.
• Hands-on experience with relevant laboratory techniques and instrumentation (e.g., cell culture, molecular biology assays, HTS, LC-MS, analytical chemistry).
• Strong understanding of drug discovery processes and relevant therapeutic areas.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific data clearly.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and statistical methods.
• Ability to work independently and lead research projects in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with project management and team leadership is a plus.

• Designing, conducting, and optimizing experimental studies for drug discovery and development.
• Leading research projects from target identification through to preclinical candidate selection.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex biological and chemical data sets.
• Developing and validating new assay methodologies.
• Supervising and mentoring junior research scientists and technicians.
• Collaborating with internal teams (e.g., biology, DMPK, toxicology) and external partners.
• Preparing comprehensive research reports, scientific publications, and patent applications.
• Presenting research findings at scientific conferences and internal meetings.
• Ensuring compliance with all laboratory safety and regulatory guidelines (e.g., GLP).
• Managing research budgets and resources effectively.
• Staying current with scientific literature and emerging technologies in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Contributing to strategic decision-making regarding R&D pipeline.

• Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a relevant academic setting.
• Demonstrated success in leading drug discovery projects and contributing to candidate nominations.
• Strong expertise in relevant experimental techniques and technologies.
• Excellent understanding of drug development processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage research projects and mentor scientific staff.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong publication record and/or patent filings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Lead and conduct complex research projects focused on the identification and validation of new drug targets.
• Design and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments to assess the efficacy and safety of potential drug candidates.
• Develop and optimize novel drug delivery systems and formulations.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, employing advanced statistical methods.
• Prepare detailed research reports, scientific publications, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, and clinical development.
• Mentor and guide junior research scientists, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, emerging technologies, and regulatory guidelines in pharmaceutical research.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of research programs and portfolio management.
• Manage research budgets and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with academic institutions and external research partners.
• Ensure adherence to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and other relevant regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot experimental challenges and propose innovative solutions.
• Contribute to patent filings and intellectual property development.
• Oversee the synthesis and characterization of novel chemical entities.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of post-doctoral research experience in the pharmaceutical industry or relevant academic setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in drug discovery and development processes, from target identification to preclinical studies.
• Strong hands-on experience with a range of molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemical assays.
• Proficiency in drug formulation and characterization techniques.
• Excellent understanding of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic principles.
• Proven ability to design, execute, and interpret complex scientific experiments.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly.
• Experience in leading research projects and mentoring junior staff.
• Knowledge of relevant therapeutic areas (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience) is a plus.
• Familiarity with regulatory submission requirements for investigational new drugs.
• Proficiency in scientific data analysis software and statistical packages.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to research.

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Pharmaceutical Research Scientist to contribute to cutting-edge drug discovery and development programs. This role is central to advancing our pipeline of novel therapeutics, requiring deep scientific expertise and a passion for innovation. You will be involved in all stages of research, from target identification to preclinical candidate selection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and conduct complex research projects in areas such as medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK).
• Design and execute experiments to identify and validate novel drug targets and therapeutic strategies.
• Synthesize and characterize potential drug candidates, optimizing their physicochemical and biological properties.
• Develop and validate in vitro and in vivo assays to assess drug efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw meaningful conclusions to guide research directions.
• Prepare detailed scientific reports, presentations, and manuscripts for internal and external dissemination.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including biologists, chemists, toxicologists, and clinical development scientists.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Mentor and guide junior research scientists and technicians, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and prioritization of research programs.
• Ensure compliance with all laboratory safety regulations and company policies.

• Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in drug discovery and development.
• Proven track record of scientific achievement, evidenced by publications and patents.
• Extensive hands-on experience with relevant laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• Deep understanding of disease biology and drug discovery principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific data clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research projects and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with data analysis software and bioinformatics tools.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.

• Designing and executing complex in vitro and in vivo experiments to investigate disease mechanisms and evaluate potential drug candidates.
• Utilizing advanced biochemical, molecular biology, and cell biology techniques.
• Analyzing and interpreting experimental data, drawing robust conclusions, and presenting findings to the R&D team and management.
• Contributing to the identification and validation of novel therapeutic targets.
• Developing and optimizing assays for drug screening and characterization.
• Collaborating with medicinal chemists, pharmacologists, and toxicologists to advance drug discovery programs.
• Writing scientific reports, manuscripts for publication, and patent applications.
• Staying current with the latest scientific literature, research methodologies, and technological advancements in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Mentoring junior scientists and providing technical guidance.
• Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and laboratory best practices.
• Contributing to project planning and strategy development within the R&D department.
• Managing laboratory resources and maintaining accurate experimental records.
• Troubleshooting experimental challenges and developing innovative solutions.
• Participating in cross-functional project teams and contributing to drug development milestones.
• Presenting research findings at scientific conferences and meetings.