Looking to advance your career in pharma R&D stability studies? A strong opportunity is now open for a Research Associate III โ Stability Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Bangalore, Karnataka with Vantive, a global leader in vital organ therapy and kidney care innovation.
This role is ideal for professionals with experience in analytical chemistry, GMP stability studies, and regulatory compliance, who want to contribute to drug product development and shelf-life determination.
๐ฌ Job Overview
- Role: Research Associate III โ Stability SME
- Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
- Department: Drug Products & Sciences R&D
- Experience:
- B.Sc: 5โ7 years
- M.Sc: 3โ5 years
- PhD: 0โ3 years
- Industry: Pharmaceutical R&D / Stability Studies
๐งช Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement stability strategies for new and existing drug products
- Design GMP stability studies to establish product shelf life
- Provide scientific justification for expiration dating
- Ensure appropriate analytical methods and specifications for stability testing
- Investigate OOS (Out-of-Specification) and OOT (Out-of-Trend) results
- Act as Study Director for stability projects
- Work with LIMS systems for study setup, data review, and reporting
- Collaborate with manufacturing sites and global teams
- Author technical reports, protocols, and regulatory submissions
- Identify risks and improve stability processes and methodologies
๐ Qualifications & Skills
- Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences / Chemistry / Life Sciences
- Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry and stability indicating methods
- Experience in GMP, FDA, ISO, and quality systems
- Hands-on exposure to LIMS and data management systems
- Ability to interpret stability data trends and scientific outcomes
- Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
๐ผ Salary & Benefits
- Estimated Salary: โน8 LPA โ โน15 LPA
- Opportunity to work on global R&D projects
- Exposure to regulatory submissions and lifecycle management
- Collaborative work with international teams and CROs
- Career growth in pharmaceutical stability and product development
๐ Why This Role Matters
Stability SMEs play a critical role in ensuring drug safety, efficacy, and shelf life, making this position central to pharmaceutical product lifecycle management. If you have expertise in stability studies, analytical testing, and regulatory compliance, this role offers high-impact exposure.
๐ฉ How to Apply
