Cipla is hiring for the position of Cell Biology Analyst at its Vikhroli, Maharashtra location. The role involves conducting drug screening assays, maintaining cell lines and tissue cultures, analysing laboratory data, and supporting cross-functional scientific teams.
Candidates with a postgraduate degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field and 0–5 years of experience in cell culture and drug screening methodologies can apply.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Cipla |
| Job Title | Cell Biology Analyst |
| Requisition ID | 105349 |
| Job Location | Vikhroli, Maharashtra, India |
| Qualification | Postgraduate Degree |
| Experience | 0–5 Years |
| Posting Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Job Category | Cell Biology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences |
Job Responsibilities
1. Drug Screening and Assay Execution
- Conduct drug and drug-combination screening using cytotoxicity, cell proliferation, and permeability assays.
- Follow standardized laboratory protocols.
- Analyse assay data for accuracy and reliability.
2. Tissue Culture and Cell Line Maintenance
- Maintain at least five designated cell lines.
- Monitor cell viability, storage conditions, and tissue culture practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve tissue culture processes.
3. Scientific Data Management and Reporting
- Compile, analyse, and submit assay-generated data to formulation, regulatory affairs, and Ciptec teams.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely data delivery.
- Prepare monthly presentations covering laboratory activities, assay throughput, tissue culture performance, and delivery metrics.
4. Laboratory Operations and Inventory Management
- Plan procurement of laboratory chemicals and consumables.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and coordinate with vendors.
- Schedule quarterly instrument calibration.
- Support laboratory equipment maintenance and operational continuity.
Key Laboratory Activities
The role involves working on the following scientific activities:
- Caco-2 permeability studies: 10–20 drugs annually.
- PAR-4 projects: 25 compounds screened annually.
- Toxicity studies: 20 compounds annually.
- Mechanism of action studies: 20 drugs annually.
- Overall assay throughput: 75 screenings annually.
- Tissue culture management: Five cell lines.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates must have:
- A postgraduate degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- 0–5 years of experience in cell culture activities and drug screening methodologies.
- Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills.
Required Skills
- Cell culture and tissue culture maintenance.
- Drug screening methodologies.
- Cytotoxicity and cell proliferation assays.
- Caco-2 permeability studies.
- Laboratory data analysis and reporting.
- Cell line maintenance and viability monitoring.
- Laboratory inventory and procurement coordination.
- Instrument calibration and maintenance coordination.
- Scientific communication and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities Beyond Laboratory Work
The Cell Biology Analyst will also coordinate with:
- Formulation and API groups for sample submissions.
- Procurement teams for purchase orders.
- Accounts departments for payment coordination.
- IT support for laboratory-related technical issues.
- CROs for LC-MS/MS sample analysis.
- Vendors and service engineers for laboratory supplies, equipment installation, validation, and maintenance.