Project management - Pharma (PHD)

Why This Role Matters
The Pharma (PhD) – Project Management role at SGS India plays a critical role in driving scientific excellence, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance within pharmaceutical research and testing environments. As pharmaceutical research projects grow increasingly complex, structured project management ensures that timelines, quality standards, and regulatory requirements are consistently met.
This position supports the coordination and oversight of pharma research and laboratory testing projects, ensuring smooth execution from initiation to completion. By aligning scientific expertise with project governance, the role directly contributes to delivering reliable, high-quality testing outcomes for clients across the pharmaceutical industry.
Working within SGS’s globally recognized quality framework, this role reinforces integrity, sustainability, and operational excellence in laboratory-based pharmaceutical research.

Job Description
SGS India is seeking a qualified PhD professional for a full-time Project Management role within its pharmaceutical research and testing division. The position is based at the SGS laboratory in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai.
The candidate will be responsible for managing pharmaceutical research and laboratory testing projects, ensuring that all deliverables meet scientific, regulatory, and quality standards. The role requires strong coordination skills, an understanding of pharma testing workflows, and the ability to manage timelines, stakeholders, and documentation processes effectively.
The selected professional will collaborate with laboratory teams, quality assurance units, and client stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution within a regulated environment.

Key Features of the Role
• Full-time project management role in pharmaceutical research and testing
• Based at SGS laboratory in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai
• Exposure to regulated laboratory environments
• Coordination of multi-functional scientific teams
• Oversight of timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Alignment with global testing and certification benchmarks
• Opportunity to work within a globally recognized quality-driven organization

Responsibilities Required

• Manage end-to-end pharmaceutical research and testing projects
• Develop and monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Coordinate with laboratory teams to ensure smooth workflow execution
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Maintain structured project documentation and reporting
• Identify and mitigate operational or technical risks
• Facilitate communication between internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support quality assurance processes within project lifecycle
• Monitor resource allocation and optimize project efficiency
• Ensure timely completion of testing assignments as per client requirements
• Maintain data integrity and documentation traceability
• Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives

Qualifications
• PhD – Mandatory
• Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline preferred

Educational Requirements
• PhD qualification in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or relevant life sciences discipline
• Strong academic background in research methodology and scientific analysis

Experience and Skills
• Proven project management experience
• Experience in pharmaceutical research and testing environments preferred
• Understanding of regulated laboratory operations
• Knowledge of quality standards and compliance requirements
• Strong coordination and leadership skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Risk identification and mitigation capability
• Ability to work in cross-functional team environments
• Familiarity with laboratory quality systems is an advantage

Salary Insights
• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards for PhD-level project management roles
• Compensation commensurate with experience and expertise
• Opportunity for career growth within a globally recognized organization

Company Overview
SGS India is part of SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection, and certification company. With 97,000 employees operating across 2,650 offices and laboratories globally, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity.
The organization provides specialized solutions across industries, enabling businesses to become faster, simpler, and more efficient. Within the pharmaceutical domain, SGS delivers high-quality testing and research services aligned with global regulatory and scientific standards.
The Navi Mumbai laboratory at Kopar Khairane supports pharmaceutical research and testing operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence in all service offerings.

FAQs

• Q: Is a PhD mandatory for this role?
A: Yes, a PhD qualification is mandatory.

• Q: Is prior pharma testing experience required?
A: Experience in pharma research and testing is preferred.

• Q: Where is the job location?
A: The position is based at SGS laboratory in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai.

• Q: Is this a laboratory-based role?
A: Yes, the position operates within a laboratory research and testing environment.

• Q: Does the role involve client interaction?
A: Yes, project management responsibilities may include stakeholder coordination.

Application Tips

• Highlight project management experience clearly
• Emphasize exposure to pharmaceutical research or testing
• Demonstrate experience working in regulated laboratory environments
• Showcase leadership and coordination skills
• Include examples of managing timelines and quality compliance
• Mention familiarity with quality systems or certification standards