Job Description

Post: QC Officer/Executive

Responsible for handling the High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) machine. Their job description primarily involves using the HPLC and analytical testing and ensuring all procedures comply with industry regulations like cGMP and GLP.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education

: A bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (e.g., B. Pharm, M. Pharm).

Key Job Responsibilities

The specific duties of a QC professional handling an HPLC machine typically include:

Sample Analysis

: Conducting routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process, finished products, and stability samples using HPLC to ensure they meet approved specifications and test procedures.

Instrument Operation & Maintenance

: Operating, calibrating, and maintaining various HPLC systems (e.g., Agilent, Waters, Shimadzu) as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This includes performing daily checks, preventive maintenance, and coordinating repairs with service engineers.

Troubleshooting

: Identifying and resolving instrument and method-related issues (e.g., out-of-specification (OOS) results, deviations) to ensure smooth analytical work.

Documentation & Data Integrity

: Accurately recording all observations, results, and data in laboratory notebooks and ERP, ensuring data traceability and compliance with documentation practices.

Compliance & Audits

: Adhering to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and other regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, USFDA). This also involves supporting internal and external audits.

Method Development/Validation (as needed)

: Assisting in developing, validating, or transferring analytical methods for new products or processes, depending on the role's seniority and specific departmental needs (e.g., R&D collaboration).

Reagent/Standard Preparation

: Preparing and standardizing chemical reagents, mobile phases, and reference standards required for analysis.

Inventory Management

: Monitoring and managing inventory of solvents, columns, and instrument spares.

Technical Skills

: Strong hands-on experience with HPLC and knowledge of other analytical techniques (GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, etc.).

Soft Skills

: Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and effective communication skills are essential for the role.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Provident Fund
Application Question(s):

Do you have experience in handling HPLC?
Work Location: In person