Research Associate I (PreClinical, Pharma RnD)

This is where you save and sustain lives

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Position Title - Research Associate I (PreClinical, Pharma R&D)

Job Location - Ahmedabad

About Us: Baxter's Mission

At Baxter Healthcare Corporation, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.

Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.

Together, we build a place where we are happy, successful, and encourage each other. This is where you can do your best work.

Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.

Your Role at Baxter

This is where your work makes a significant impact. As a Research Associate I in our PreClinical Pharma R&D team, you will play a vital role in advancing our research and development efforts. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a highly skilled team of scientists, and contribute to the development of life-saving therapies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and supervise various in-vitro and in-vivo GLP toxicity studies
• Perform risk/safety assessment related activities, including the qualification of impurities, leachables, extractables, residual solvents, and excipients
• Independently author toxicological risk assessments in accordance with ICH and ISO guidelines/standards
• Conduct health hazard evaluation of chemicals and develop appropriate strategies for addressing gaps in information
• Participate as a preclinical/toxicology representative in core technical team meetings
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements related to toxicology, product development, design, and safety
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive testing strategies
• Participate in change control management and impact assessment
• Prepare and/or review nonclinical eCTD and PBRER sections and Safety data sheets (SDS)
• Analyze and address issues related to data gap for toxicity endpoints using in-silico tools
• Co-ordinate with external CROs to provide oversight to requested activities

Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant technical knowledge in toxicology
• Proven track record of understanding and applying global regulatory guidelines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• The ability to work independently and prioritize assignments to meet project schedules
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in conducting toxicology studies and preparing reports for external regulatory bodies

Education and/or Experience:

• Master of Medical Sciences/ Veterinary Sciences/ Pharmacology/ Toxicology/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology (or relevant) with 2-6 years of work experience, or Ph.D with experience during thesis (&/or Post-doc) e.g., in or equivalent experience in-vitro and in vivo Pre Clinical pharmacological (preferably sterile injectable/parenteral formulations) and toxicological studies and risk assessment of chemicals, drug packaging system.

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