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Job Purpose\nTo oversee and coordinate Quality Control laboratory operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant testing of finished products and stability samples in accordance with approved specifications, analytical methods, GMP, GLP, pharmacopoeial standards, and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for analytical data review, laboratory compliance, investigation management, analyst qualification, stability management, and continuous improvement of QC processes.\n2. Key Responsibilities\nA. QC Laboratory Operations & Analytical Testing\nSupervise and coordinate chemical and physical analysis of finished products and stability samples, ensuring timely execution and compliance with approved testing procedures.\n\nAllocate testing activities to analysts and monitor workload, priorities, and timely completion of analysis.\n\nEnsure finished products comply with approved specifications, pharmacopoeial standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.\n\nOversee the operation, maintenance, calibration, and performance monitoring of QC laboratory instruments, including HPLC, GC, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, FTIR, AAS, Karl Fischer Titrator, Dissolution Tester, Disintegration Tester, pH Meter, Conductivity Meter, TOC Analyzer, Melting Point Apparatus, Refractometer, and Polarimeter.\n\nDevelop and implement analytical methods in accordance with approved specifications, STMs, and applicable pharmacopoeial requirements.\n\nSupport troubleshooting of analytical instruments, testing procedures, and laboratory operational issues.\n\nB. Analytical Data Review & Laboratory Compliance\nReview and approve HPLC and GC analytical data generated by analysts, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with approved procedures.\n\nReview analytical records, instrument audit trails, raw data, calculations, and laboratory documentation to ensure data integrity and traceability.\n\nEnsure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Documentation Practices (GDP), data integrity requirements, and applicable safety procedures.\n\nEnsure laboratory activities are performed in accordance with approved SOPs, specifications, analytical methods, and regulatory guidelines.\n\nReview and approve laboratory documentation, including analytical records, protocols, reports, and relevant technical documents.\n\nMaintain appropriate laboratory hygiene, housekeeping, and safety standards.\n\nC. Investigations, Deviations & CAPA\nLead or participate in investigations related to laboratory incidents, Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT) results, deviations, and other quality events.\n\nConduct scientific assessments, root cause analysis, and risk assessments to identify the underlying causes of laboratory issues.\n\nDefine, implement, and monitor appropriate Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrence.\n\nEnsure investigations and associated documentation are completed accurately and within established timelines.\n\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, compliance, and quality performance.\n\nD. Stability Management & Validation\nCoordinate and manage stability studies, including sample management, testing schedules, analytical execution, and documentation.\n\nPrepare, review, and evaluate stability protocols, reports, and trend analyses.\n\nReview and approve protocols and reports related to analytical method validation, method transfer, process validation, and stability studies, as applicable.\n\nEnsure stability testing is performed in accordance with approved protocols, applicable regulatory requirements, and established timelines.\n\nIdentify and assess stability trends and potential quality concerns, escalating significant findings to the appropriate stakeholders.\n\nE. Training & People Development\nTrain and qualify QC analysts on applicable SOPs, specifications, analytical methods, testing procedures, and laboratory practices.\n\nSupport the onboarding and development of newly appointed QC personnel.\n\nAssess analyst competency and ensure personnel are qualified to perform assigned analytical activities.\n\nProvide technical guidance and support to analysts in resolving laboratory issues and improving analytical performance.\n\nPromote a culture of accountability, collaboration, compliance, and continuous learning within the QC laboratory.\n\nF. Documentation, SAP & Resource Management\nReview and verify analytical data and laboratory records entered by analysts into SAP.\n\nEnsure timely and accurate locking of analytical results in SAP, in accordance with established procedures.\n\nCreate and manage notifications and reservations for chemicals, reagents, consumables, and other laboratory requirements.\n\nMonitor availability of laboratory resources and coordinate replenishment to ensure uninterrupted testing operations.\n\nPrepare, review, and update SOPs, Quality Risk Management (QRM) documents, and other applicable QC documentation.\n\nEnsure accurate documentation, record retention, and traceability of all QC laboratory activities.\n\nG. Audits & Regulatory Readiness\nSupport internal and external audits, regulatory inspections, and quality assessments related to QC laboratory operations.\n\nEnsure laboratory documentation, analytical records, and operational practices are maintained in a state of inspection readiness.\n\nAddress audit observations and coordinate implementation of corrective actions within agreed timelines.\n\nProvide technical support and relevant documentation during audits and inspections.\n\nH. HSE & Environmental Management\nEnsure adherence to Environmental Management System (EMS), Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements within QC laboratory operations.\n\nMonitor compliance with laboratory safety procedures, environmental requirements, and applicable standards.\n\nConduct or support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.\n\nPromote environmental performance improvement initiatives and a strong HSE culture through monitoring, training, and guidance.\n\nEnsure personnel follow appropriate safety practices while handling chemicals, reagents, equipment, and laboratory waste.\n\nI. Performance Management & Stakeholder Collaboration\nMonitor and manage departmental KPIs related to analytical testing, laboratory compliance, investigation closure, stability activities, and operational efficiency.\n\nCoordinate effectively with QC supervisors, HODs, Quality Assurance, Production, Engineering, and other relevant stakeholders.\n\nSupport the QC Supervisor, HOD, or designated authority in assigned operational and strategic initiatives.\n\nDemonstrate strong ownership, accountability, and result orientation while managing multiple priorities and changing business requirements.\n\n3. Qualifications & Experience\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a relevant scientific discipline.\n\nRelevant experience in Quality Control within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry.\n\nExperience in pharmaceutical analytical testing, laboratory operations, and analytical data review.\n\nPractical experience with chromatographic techniques, particularly HPLC and GC, and other relevant QC analytical instruments.\n\nExperience in stability management, analytical method validation, method transfer, and laboratory investigations.\n\nDemonstrated experience in supervising, coordinating, or providing technical guidance to QC analysts.\n\nExperience in GMP-regulated environments and preparation/review of QC documentation.\n\n4. Technical Competencies\nStrong knowledge of pharmaceutical GMP, GLP, GDP, data integrity, and applicable pharmacopoeial standards.\n\nProficiency in analytical testing techniques and laboratory instrumentation.\n\nStrong understanding of OOS, OOT, deviation management, CAPA, root cause analysis, and Quality Risk Management.\n\nKnowledge of analytical method validation, method transfer, stability studies, and process validation.\n\nFamiliarity with SAP and laboratory documentation systems.\n\nKnowledge of audit requirements, regulatory compliance, and laboratory safety standards.\n\nAbility to interpret analytical data and make scientifically sound decisions.\n\n5. Behavioral & Leadership Competencies\nStrong analytical thinking and scientific problem-solving capabilities.\n\nExcellent planning, coordination, and prioritization skills.\n\nEffective communication and stakeholder management skills.\n\nStrong people management, coaching, and training capabilities.\n\nHigh sense of accountability, ownership, and result orientation.\n\nAttention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to data integrity.\n\nAbility to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively.\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills in English.\n\nBusiness awareness, professional integrity, and commitment to regulatory compliance.\n\nDemonstrated ability to conduct risk assessments and support continuous improvement initiatives.\n\nWe value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? 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