Executive / Sr executive - Analytical R&D (Biosimilars)
MSN Group · Hyderabad
- Experience2–7 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- Work modeonsite
- Levelmid
- Posted21 Sept 2026
About MSN Group
MSN Group is hiring in Hyderabad in pharma biotech. This role looks for around 2+ years of experience.
Skills
- protein chemistry
- chromatographic techniques
- electrophoretic techniques
- analytical method development
- analytical method validation
- analytical method transfer
- analytical characterization
- biosimilars
- biologics
- stability studies
- analytical comparability
- ICH guidelines
- Quality by Design
- Good Laboratory Practice
- Good Manufacturing Practice
- data integrity
- troubleshooting
- technical documentation
The role
A research associate at a pharmaceutical biotechnology company develops and characterizes biosimilars using protein chemistry and chromatographic techniques, with analytical method validation and stability studies supporting regulated biologics research. Analytical comparability and technical documentation further define the work.
Full job description
Role & responsibilities
Analytical R&D Biosimilars | Executive / Sr. Executive
Company: MSN Laboratories
Location: Pashamylaram, Hyderabad, Telangana
Department: Analytical R&D – Biosimilars
Experience: 2–7 Years
Designation: Executive / Senior Executive
Job Responsibilities
Execute analytical development and characterization activities for biosimilar/biological products.
Develop, optimize, qualify/validate, and transfer analytical methods for biologics.
Perform physicochemical and structural characterization of recombinant proteins and biosimilars.
Handle analytical techniques such as:
HPLC/UPLC
SEC-HPLC
RP-HPLC
Ion Exchange Chromatography (IEX)
HIC
CE-SDS
icIEF / cIEF
ELISA
UV/Vis spectroscopy
Protein concentration and purity assays
Support characterization of primary structure, higher-order structure, purity, charge variants, aggregates, fragments, and post-translational modifications.
Execute analytical experiments according to approved protocols and prepare accurate experimental records.
Perform method development, optimization, robustness studies, validation/verification, and analytical method transfer.
Support comparability studies between biosimilar candidates and reference/innovator products.
Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare technical reports.
Support stability studies, forced degradation studies, and characterization studies.
Investigate OOS/OOT and analytical discrepancies and support root-cause investigations.
Coordinate with Process R&D, Formulation R&D, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs teams.
Prepare and review analytical protocols, reports, specifications, SOPs, and other R&D documents.
Support regulatory submissions and responses related to analytical development and characterization.
Ensure compliance with GLP/GMP, data-integrity requirements, SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience in analytical characterization of biosimilars/biologics.
Good understanding of protein chemistry and analytical techniques.
Experience in chromatographic and electrophoretic techniques.
Knowledge of ICH guidelines, QbD, method validation, analytical comparability, and stability studies.
Experience with data interpretation, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
Exposure to advanced characterization techniques such as LC-MS/MS, peptide mapping, glycan analysis, intact mass, or bioassays will be an added advantage.
Qualification
M.Sc./M.Tech./M.Pharm./M.E. in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
2–7 years of relevant experience in Analytical R&D, biologics, biosimilars, or protein characterization.
Preferred Candidate Profile
Candidates with hands-on experience in biosimilar analytical development/characterization.
Good experimental and troubleshooting skills.
Strong documentation and scientific-report-writing abilities.
Ability to independently execute analytical experiments and interpret data.
Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
Experience working in a regulated R&D/GMP environment is preferred.