Syngene International Ltd. has announced a Pharmacist job opening in Bangalore within its Discovery Services division. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a Master’s degree in Life Sciences or Pharmacology and experience in clinical trial investigational product (IP) management.
Syngene is a globally recognized contract research, development, and manufacturing organization (CRDMO) supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty chemical companies. The organization collaborates with major global clients and employs thousands of scientists working on innovative drug discovery and development programs.
This Pharmacist role in Bangalore focuses on managing Investigational Medicinal Products (IMP) and clinical supply logistics for clinical trials while ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will play a critical role in clinical trial supply chain and pharmacy management.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Preparing protocol-specific pharmacy plans and secondary labeling plans
- Receiving, verifying, and storing Investigational Medicinal Products (IMP) and Non-Clinical Supplies (NCS)
- Performing labeling and relabeling activities, including expiry extensions and secondary labeling
- Managing supply and resupply of clinical trial materials to investigational sites under required temperature conditions
- Preparing shipment documentation and distribution plans
- Maintaining inventory and documentation for clinical trial supplies
- Coordinating return, recall, and reconciliation of clinical trial materials
- Witnessing destruction of unused investigational products
- Ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory guidelines, and SOPs
- Managing calibration and maintenance of clinical supply equipment
Educational Qualifications
Candidates applying for this Pharmacist job in Bangalore should meet the following criteria:
- Master’s Degree in Life Sciences OR
- Master’s Degree in Pharmacology
Relevant experience in clinical trial supply management or investigational product handling is preferred.
Required Skills
Successful applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and Indian regulatory requirements
- Experience with clinical trial investigational product management
- Ability to develop and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Experience handling internal and external regulatory audits
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent English communication and documentation skills
- High level of professional integrity and compliance awareness
Why Work at Syngene?
Working at Syngene offers exposure to global pharmaceutical research and clinical development projects.
Key benefits include:
- Opportunity to work with global pharma and biotech clients
- Exposure to clinical trials and drug development processes
- Collaborative environment with experienced scientists and research teams
- Career growth in clinical research and pharmaceutical supply chain management
- Experience with international regulatory standards
Job Details
- Position: Pharmacist
- Company: Syngene International Ltd.
- Department: Biometrics / Discovery Services
- Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Experience Level: Experienced Professional