Vice President

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). • Strong knowledge of QbD, cGMP, regulatory filings (DMF/CEP/ANDA), and project management. Hetero is an equal opportunity employer.