Scientist III, ARD

At USP, we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture that supports equitable access to mentorship, professional development, and leadership opportunities. Our partnerships, standards, and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific leadership results in stronger, more impactful outcomes for global health.

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 minds—regardless of background—to 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 to support development of Reference materials. The successful applicant in this role will work on projects including Analytical Method Development for in process samples for synthetic lab. The successful candidate will also perform a variety of non-routine and routine analytical 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 analytical 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, USP’s 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 Scientist III has the following responsibilities:

• [55%] Support to reaction monitoring, scale up and final analysis of samples as per monograph / in-house procedures including method development if required. Prepare development reports for Synthetic Support projects. Involve in project acceptance. Execute projects per the approved test protocols if assigned.


• [15%] Prepare, execute, and complete IQ/OQ/PQ of new instruments. Indent the required glass ware, chemicals, and columns for the ARD projects. Maintain GLP & implement safety procedures while working in Lab. Perform other Projects whenever free from ARD activities. Perform other duties as assigned.


• [10%] Responsible for preparation of SOPs, protocols, reports, etc. Ensure the projects requirements by coordinating with the Purchasing department. Responsible for preparation of the records and documents. Ensure that the calibrations of the equipment’s are performed as per the schedule


• [10%] Preparation and planning for ISO-9001 certification/recertification by participating actively, verification of protocols and related documents and take an active role in the internal as well as external QA audits and address the audit issues in a timely manner. Taking up any other additional responsibilities assigned by supervisor on a proactive basis and allotting additional responsibilities to the reporting staff in consultation with the supervisor. Participates in USP cross-functional teams as appropriate.


• [10%] Practice 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:

• MSc. in Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry/M. Pharm, having 6-8 years' experience in Analytical Research and Development or Ph.D. with 1-3 years of experience in Analytical Research and Development


• Must have hands on experience in working with chemical methods and handling instruments like HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV-Visible, wet chemistry, etc.


• Experience in analytical testing and development with focus on process analytical chemistry. Exposure to GMP/GLP environment and documentation procedures required.


• A comprehensive understanding of the science involved in the development of synthetic organic molecules and analytical chemistry.


• Ability to perform analytical method developments and method validations as and when required.


• Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills are required.


• Good interpersonal skills and proven ability to function in a team-oriented environment are necessary.

 Additional Desired Preferences

• Knowledge of handling LCMS, GCMS, IC and ICP-MS will be an added advantage.


• General chapter information, ELN, Empower and NuGenesis will be added advantage.


• Able to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers. Preferably familiar  

 with electronic notebook documentation of experimental procedures.

• 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

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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.

Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate’s skill set, experience, qualifications, equity, and other job-related reasons.

 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 specific written agreement with USP.