Senior Scientist I NMR

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USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring fair merit-based selection processes that enable the best scientific mindsregardless of backgroundto contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and uphold policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Brief Job Overview

This is a non-supervisory position in USP-Indias NMR this role the Senior scientist-I works on projects including Characterization of molecules for synthetic chemistry CDL and reference standard/ General Chapter development for Biologics and Verification Labs. The successful candidate will support review/monitor a variety of non-routine and routine NMR tests maintains safety & GLP environment in the lab including evaluation of reference standards development/validation (as per requirement) of official methods stability studies and research projects in NMR department.

How will YOU create impact here at USP

As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards you will play a vital role in increasing global access to high-quality medicines through public standards and related programs. USP prioritizes scientific integrity regulatory excellence and evidence-based decision-making to ensure health systems worldwide can rely on strong tested and globally relevant quality standards.

Additionally USPs People and Culture division in partnership with the Equity Office invests in leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create high-performing inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged collaborative and results-driven work environments.

The Sr. Scientist I has the following responsibilities:

• 70% Perform qNMR method development and validation to support development of dRS. Perform structure confirmation and qNMR for the development of reference material. Review NMR sample analysis reports as per monograph / in-house procedures including reaction monitoring. Prepare NMR reports and ensure the projects requirement by coordinating with the purchase department. Prepare/review lab reports and documents.
• 10% Ensure that the calibrations of the equipments are performed as per the schedule. Prepare Execute and complete IQ/OQ/PQ of new instruments. Indent the required glass ware and chemicals for the NMR projects. Maintain GLP & implement safety procedures while working in Lab. Perform additional Projects/activities as per the requirement.
• 10% Assist in the development and implementation of safety projects impacting all USP Laboratory personnel. Participates in USP cross-functional teams as appropriate. Develop Standard Operating Procedures and policies in NMR Lab. Coordinate with Quality Assurance staff to ensure the implementation of corrective actions. Responsible for internal method ISO-9001 & ISO-17025 audits
• 10% Promote Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging principles at USP India.

Who is USP Looking For

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders along with the following competencies and experience:

• Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry/ M. Pharm having 10-13 years experience in NMR or Ph.D. with 7-10 years of experience in NMR.
• Must have hands on experience in handling NMR instruments.
• Proficient in small molecule structure elucidation using NMR. Exposure to GMP/GLP environment and documentation procedures required.
• Expertise with Bruker NMR software- automation software & hardware including cryo-probes.
• Knowledge of solid state NMR and multinuclear NMR operations.
• A comprehensive understanding of the science involved in the development of synthetic organic molecules and analytical chemistry.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers. Preferably familiar with electronic notebook documentation of experimental procedures.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and a solid record of problem solving and technical results.

Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills are required.

• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to function in a team-oriented environment are necessary. Proven self-effectiveness skills are a must. Understanding of GMP / ISO-IEC 17025 Guidelines is a requirement
• Demonstrated stakeholder collaboration experience with the ability to quickly develop and manage internal and external relationships and contacts.

Additional Desired Preferences

• Experience on biological molecules such as peptides proteins and vaccines would be an added advantage.
• General chapter information ELN Empower and NuGenesis will be an added advantage.
• Skilled in evaluation and interpretation of data; Ability to multi-task.
• Skilled in anticipating troubleshooting and solving technical problems.
• Takes personal responsibility to ensure work is delivered on time and is of the highest quality.

Supervisory Responsibilities

NA

Benefits

USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial well-being is protected.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specificwritten agreement with USP.

Required Experience:

Senior IC