Job

• M.Sc.( Analytical Chemistry,Chemistry,Applied Chemistry,Pharmaceutical Chemistry,Environmental Science) ⁠


• ⁠M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Analysis / Quality Assurance)


• ⁠B.Pharm (with strong analytical lab experience)


• ⁠B.Sc. Chemistry (needs additional hands-on experience)

We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Analyst to join our research facility at Amrita School of Ayurveda. The successful candidate will perform high-precision analysis of herbal raw materials and finished Ayurvedic formulations and will be responsible for operating advanced instrumentation, including ICP-MS and HPTLC , ensuring all testing meets international quality standards.

•  ICP-MS Operations: Quantify heavy metals (Lead, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium) in complex Ayurvedic matrices; perform sample digestion using microwave systems.


• HPTLC Analysis: Develop and validate methods for finger-printing, identification of markers, and quantification of active constituents in herbal extracts.


• General Chemical Testing: Conduct physico-chemical analysis 


• Method Validation: Assist in the validation of analytical methods in compliance with Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) and NABL guidelines.


• Maintain rigorous documentation of all raw data, chromatograms, and calculation sheets.


• Participate in Proficiency Testing (PT) and Inter-Laboratory Comparisons (ILC). 


• Ensure daily/periodic calibration of analytical balances, pipettes, and high-end instruments.


• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols


• Analyze complex datasets and interpret chromatographic/spectroscopic results. 


• Prepare comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (CoA) and research reports. 


• Troubleshoot instrumental errors and coordinate with service engineers for maintenance. 

• High attention to detail


• Strong analytical problem-solving abilities


• Excellent documentation skills


• Work well in a team


• Willingness to learn new techniques.

• Compliance Knowledge: Thorough understanding of NABL policies and ISO 17025:2017 requirements.

• Working specifically with Ayurvedic dosage forms


• Experience in sample preparation techniques for "difficult" organic matrices.