Business Introduction
We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance.
Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply.
We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.
Position Summary
You will join our Quality Control team in India as an Analyst. You will perform laboratory testing, manage samples, and record clear, accurate data. You will work closely with colleagues across QC, production and quality systems to make sure tests meet regulatory and company standards. We value curiosity, attention to detail and a practical mindset. This role offers hands-on technical learning, clear career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact by uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Responsibilities
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical tests following approved methods and good documentation practices.
- Receive, register, prepare and store samples according to laboratory procedures and safety rules.
- Record and review test results against specifications and report deviations or unexpected trends promptly.
- Carry out basic equipment checks, clean work areas and support calibration and maintenance activities.
- Support method transfers, validations and investigations into unexpected results or out-of-specifications.
- Maintain clear laboratory records and contribute to continuous improvement and efficiency projects.
Why You?
Work arrangement
This position is on-site in India. Shifts and working hours will align with operational needs.
Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals
- Diploma or degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or a related field.
- Hands-on experience or coursework in laboratory techniques and safe sample handling.
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
- Ability to follow written procedures and laboratory protocols.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Willingness to work on-site in a laboratory environment and follow site safety requirements.
Educational Qualifications
M. Pharm/ MSc / B. Pharm
Years of Experience
More than 3-4 Years of experience in Quality Control Laboratory
Type of Experience
- Experience in stability testing programs and routine QC laboratory operations.
- Hands-on experience in analysis of Creams, Ointments, and Tablet formulations Technical Skills & Competencies
- Hands-on experience in operation, analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance of:
HPLC / UPLC, UV, FTIR, Dissolution, Karl Fischer Titrator, pH Meter etc.
- Knowledge of analytical testing and method execution as per pharmacopoeial requirements: USP, IP, BP, EP,
Experience in: Assay, Related Substances, Dissolution, Water Content, pH, and Identification testing.
- Stability sample testing as per approved protocols and schedules.
- Analytical data review and reporting.
- Laboratory documentation, worksheet preparation, logbook entries, and record maintenance.
- Trend analysis of stability data.
- Quality & Compliance Requirements Sound knowledge of: cGMP, GLP, Data Integrity (ALCOA+ principles), ICH Stability Guidelines
Regulatory requirements applicable to pharmaceutical QC laboratories, Experience in handling: OOS, OOT, Incidents, Deviations, CAPA etc.
- Software Knowledge: Familiarity with laboratory software and chromatography data systems such as: SLIMS, Empower, Other equivalent analytical software platforms.
- Additional Requirements: Experience in supporting internal, customer, and regulatory audits/inspections.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple stability studies within defined timelines.
- Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
- Commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Experience in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
- Exposure to stability chamber monitoring and stability program management.
- Knowledge of shelf-life evaluation and stability data trending.
- Audit-ready documentation practices and strong compliance mindset.
Key Skills
- Stability testing and monitoring
Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus
- Prior laboratory experience in a regulated environment or internships in analytical testing.
- Familiarity with quality control processes and good laboratory practices.
- Experience with common laboratory instruments and basic troubleshooting skills.
- Knowledge of stability testing, environmental monitoring or microbiology techniques.
- Basic computer skills, including Excel and electronic laboratory systems.
- A collaborative attitude, willingness to learn and a focus on continuous improvement.
What we value in you
We look for people who act with integrity, communicate openly and support each other. We welcome different perspectives and foster inclusion. You will learn from experienced colleagues, grow your technical skills, and help deliver high-quality results that matter to patients. If you are ready to develop your laboratory career and make a real contribution, we would like to hear from you. Apply now and tell us what you will bring to the team.
Skills
Data Integrity, Detail-Oriented, Digital Fluency, GxP Regulations, Lean Management, Problem Solving, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Risk Awareness, Testing Operations
Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
Inclusion at GSK:
As an employer committed to Inclusion, we encourage you to reach out if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process.
Please contact our Recruitment Team at [email protected] to discuss your needs.
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