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Pharma R&D Functional SME
Capgemini
· Pune
Permanent Posted July 16, 2026 via Capgemini
Job Description
Your Role
As a Pharma R&D Functional SME, you will be responsible for driving Pharma Application Management Services (AMS) assessments, solutioning, proposal development, and delivery excellence for global Life Sciences clients. You will leverage your deep domain expertise across Pharma R&D, Laboratories, Clinical, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Commercial functions to help organizations optimize application portfolios, modern
In this role, you will:
Lead Pharma AMS assessments, portfolio analysis, and application rationalization initiatives.
Conduct stakeholder workshops to understand business processes, application landscapes, and transformation objectives.
Support proposal development, RFP/RFI responses, and client presentations.
Define AMS operating models, transition approaches, SLA/KPI frameworks, and risk mitigation strategies
Your Profile
Experience
15–18 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry.
Strong understanding of Life Sciences processes across:
Pharma R&D
Laboratory Operations
Technical Operations (TechOps)
Hands-on experience with Pharma and R&D platforms including:
Preclinical Systems
Lab Informatics
ELN (Electronic Lab Notebook)
LIMS
GeneData
Benchling
BIOVIA
Revvity
AMS & Solutioning Expertise
Application inventory assessment and portfolio analysis.
Effort estimation and resource planning.
SLA/KPI framework design and governance.
Modernization recommendations and transformation roadmap development.
Vendor evaluation and stakeholder management.
Regulatory & Compliance
Strong understanding of:
GxP
GAMP5
21 CFR Part 11
Annex 11
Data Integrity
Computer System Validation (CSV)
Validation Lifecycle Management
Audit Readiness Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in global delivery environments.
Knowledge of Agile and SAFe methodologies.
Exposure to Cloud Platforms, AI, Data & Analytics solutions.
Relevant industry or platform certifications.
What You’ll Love About Working Here
Opportunity to work with leading global pharmaceutical and life sciences organizations.
Exposure to cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives across R&D, Clinical, Manufacturing, and Quality functions.
Collaborative, innovation-driven culture focused on continuous learning and growth.
Access to upskilling opportunities in Life Sciences, Cloud, Data, AI, and emerging technologies.
About Capgemini in India
Capgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations realize their future through technology, data, and people. With nearly 60 years of heritage, Capgemini is a responsible and diverse organization with 420,000 team members across more than 50 countries. The Group reported 2024 global revenues of €22.1 billion.
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