NOVUMGEN, a leading pharmaceutical company in Vadodara, Gujarat, specializes in innovative biosimilar research. With a strong focus on microbial biosimilars, the company works on groundbreaking projects like Teriparatide, Somatotropin, and other upcoming developments. NOVUMGEN thrives on collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions in the biopharmaceutical industry.
Job Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Gene Cloning and Expression Studies
- Handle processes such as screening, transformation, and plasmid fusion for biosimilar projects.
- Experimental Execution
- Participate in designing, planning, and supervising day-to-day activities for successful project execution.
- Data Quality and Review
- Ensure the quality of data generated aligns with quality systems.
- Support Group Leaders (GLs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) by providing data in suitable formats.
- Media, Feeds, and Buffer Preparation
- Prepare sterile feeds, media, and buffers through filtration or autoclaving.
- Handle filtration techniques and ensure sterile operations.
- Protein Expression Techniques
- Perform techniques such as SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, and ELISA.
- Support both upstream and downstream biosimilar processes.
- Equipment and Instrumentation
- Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
- Reporting and Collaboration
- Generate daily reports and coordinate with teams like STBI, Purchase, IT, and HR to achieve targets.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Stock Maintenance
- Ensure the availability of chemicals, glassware, materials, and consumables.
- Arrange materials via PR creation tools to maintain workflow continuity.
- Communication and Planning
- Check email communications and plan tasks accordingly.
- Clarify doubts and execute processes under supervisor guidance.
- Team Support
- Foster positive teamwork and collaboration among team members.
Qualifications
- Educational Background:
- M.Sc./M.Tech in Biotechnology/Life Science with 4-6 years of experience or
- Ph.D. in Biotechnology/Life Science with 0-2 years of experience.
- Technical Knowledge:
- Proficient in bioprocess and recombinant technology.
- Expertise in upstream and downstream biosimilar processes.
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of microbial biosimilars and bioprocess technology.
- Proficiency in protein expression techniques (e.g., SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, ELISA).
- Sterile preparation of media and buffers.
- Team collaboration and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and reporting skills.