HPLC Chemist – Pharmaceutical Testing Laboratory

Location: EFRAC, Kolkata

Experience: 26 years

Qualification: M.Sc. (Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry) or equivalent

Job Summary

We are looking for an HPLC Chemist with solid hands-on experience in pharmaceutical analysis. The role involves routine and advanced testing of drug products, APIs, and raw materials using HPLC, with strong emphasis on accuracy, consistency, and analytical understanding.

Key Responsibilities

Perform HPLC analysis of pharmaceutical samples including APIs, raw materials, and finished dosage forms.

Carry out assay, related substances, impurity profiling, dissolution, and stability studies.

Follow pharmacopeial methods and laboratory procedures for routine testing.

Interpret chromatographic data and ensure accuracy of results.

Prepare test records, calculations, and analytical reports.

Support method verification, method transfer, and basic troubleshooting.

Maintain laboratory documentation and instrument usage records.

Coordinate with supervisors for timely sample analysis and reporting.

Required Skills & Experience

Strong practical experience in HPLC analysis of pharmaceutical samples.

Good understanding of chromatographic principles and separation techniques.

Experience working with IP, USP, BP, or EP methods.

Ability to independently handle routine HPLC workloads.

Good documentation and analytical discipline.

Preferred Profile

Experience in a pharmaceutical testing or QC laboratory.

Exposure to stability studies and dissolution testing is an advantage.

Note: Candidates without hands-on pharmaceutical HPLC experience may not be suitable for this role