Job Description
Scientist – Natural Products Analytics & Method Development

Role Summary:
We are seeking an experienced industry qualified with expertise in analytical method
development for herbal/natural products to drive rapid, reliable, and scalable analytical
support for herbal cosmetic product development.
This role is focused on instrumentation, standardization, and method development,
with working knowledge of UV spectrophotometry. Bioassays will be handled by a separate
team.

Key Responsibilities:
Analytical Method Development
• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for:
• Herbal extracts
• Phytoconstituents (marker-based analysis)
• Finished formulations
• Establish fingerprinting and standardization protocols (HPTLC/HPLC-based) Instrumentation & Lab Operations
• Independently operate, maintain, and troubleshoot:
• HPLC
• HPTLC
• GC-MS (Headspace)
• UV-Visible Spectrophotometer
• Ensure high instrument uptime, calibration, and performance reliability
• Develop and implement SOPs for analytical workflows
UV Spectrophotometry (Focused Requirement)




• Develop and execute UV-based quantitative assays for:
• Total phenolics, flavonoids, etc.
• Routine quality checks and rapid screening
• Support method transfer from chromatography to UV (where applicable) for
faster turnaround
Product Development Support
• Collaborate with formulation and phytochemistry teams to:
• Support raw material qualification
• Address batch variability
• Provide analytical inputs for stability studies
• Enable fast decision-making for product development cycles
Data Integrity & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with:
• GLP / GMP practices
• Internal documentation standards
• Prepare:
• Method validation reports
• Analytical summaries for internal decision-making
Ideal Candidate Profile:
• PhD in or Post Graduation in Natural Products / Phytochemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Pharmaceutical Sciences
• 5–10 years of industry experience
• Strong hands-on expertise in:
• HPLC,

📌 Analytical Scientist – Natural Products (Gurugram)
🏢 Transformative Ventures
📍 Gurugram