AVP/VP – API Process R&D;

Function

API – Research & Development

Location

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Reports To

Head - R&D;

Experience

18–25 years, including 8–10 years in a leadership role

Role Summary

Lead the API Process R&D; groups by driving process innovation, development, scale-up, technology transfer, and commercialization of API products. Ensure robust, scalable, cost-effective, and regulatory-compliant manufacturing processes while building high-performing teams and supporting global business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the API Process R&D; strategy in alignment with overall business goals.
Lead process development, optimization, and commercialization of API molecules across the portfolio.
Oversee scale-up, technology transfer, and commercial manufacturing support from lab to plant.
Ensure compliance with cGMP, ICH, USFDA, EMA, and other global regulatory requirements.
Review technical documents supporting DMFs, CEPs, ANDAs,



and other regulatory submissions.
Drive innovation, green chemistry, digitalization, and cost-optimization initiatives across R&D.;
Manage the R&D; project portfolio, timelines, and budgets through cross-functional collaboration.
Lead, mentor, and develop Group Leaders, Scientists, and R&D; Managers to build a high-performing team.

Qualifications & Experience

Ph.D. / M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or Chemical Sciences.
18–25 years of API Process R&D; experience, including 8–10 years in a leadership role.
Proven expertise in API process development, technology transfer, and commercialization for regulated markets (US, Europe, Japan).
Robust knowledge of QbD, cGMP, regulatory filings (DMF/CEP/ANDA), and project management.

Hetero is an equal opportunity employer.

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🏢 Hetero
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