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Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts..….……….…….P.1
2. Qualifications Pack……….………………........P.2
3. Glossary of Key Terms ….……………..........P.4
4. NOS Units………………………..….……..………..P.6
5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS….P.33
6. Assessment Criteria………………………………P.35
technology consul t ing
OS describe what
individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function
OS are
performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding
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Qualifications Pack-Research Associate- Product
Development/ Synthesis/ Medicinal Chemistry SECTOR: LIFE SCIENCES
SUB-SECTOR: PHARMACEUTICAL AND BIOPHARMACEUTICAL
OCCUPATION: RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
REFERENCE ID: LFS/Q0505
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/NIL
Research Associate Product Development, also designated as Research Associate Synthesis/ Medicinal Chemistry is responsible for a wide variety of tasks related to a product development, including pre product development activities, planning and assisting with data collection; data analysis; and writing and disseminating research results.
Brief Job Description: Research Associate Product Development is responsible for assisting in product development, synthesis, medicinal chemistry based research, carrying out research related activities along with its reporting and documentation, problem solving and decision-making, Co-ordinate with manager and team members and maintaining healthy and safe working environment.
Personal Attributes: The individual should have definitive and comprehensive understanding of research project being undertaken. He/ She should have working knowledge of research study design, hypothesis testing and qualitative data interpretation. He/she must understand the importance of compliance with company protocols while carrying out research.
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Introduction
QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY
Qualifications Pack For Research Associate Product Development/ Synthesis/ Medicinal Chemistry
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Qualifications Pack Code LFS/Q0505
Job Role Research Associate Product Development/Synthesis/Medicinal
Chemistry
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Sub-sector
Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation Research and Development
Next review date 01/08/19
NSQC Clearance on 20/07/2015
Job Role Research Associate Product Development/Synthesis/Medicinal Chemistry
Role Description
Responsible for assisting in product development, carrying out research related activities along with its reporting and documentation, problem solving and decision-making, Co-ordinate with manager and team members and maintaining healthy and safe working environment.
NSQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications
5
Masters in relevant Science discipline (Preferably Organic Chemistry)/ M. Pharma
Doctorate in any discipline of Life Sciences, Pharmaceutics
(Preferable)
Training (Suggested but not mandatory)
On the job training
Minimum Job Entry Age 22 Years
Experience
Fresher, 1-2 years’ experience preferred
Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS)
Compulsory 1 LFS/N0516: Assist in product development
2 LFS/N0513: Carry out reporting and documentation for
research activities
3 LFS/N0514: Assist in planning and communicating
research activities
4 LFS/N0515: Undertake initiative, problem solving and
decision-making
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5 LFS/N0101: Maintain a healthy, safe and secure
working environment in the life sciences facility
6 LFS/N0104: Coordinate with Supervisor and team
members
Optional N.A.
Performance Criteria As described in the relevant NOS units
Job
Det
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Keywords /Terms Description
Core Skills/Generic Skills
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working in today's world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the NOS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles.
Description Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate NOS they are looking for.
Function
Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of NOS.
Job role
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation.
Knowledge and Understanding
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard.
National Occupational Standards (NOS)
NOS are Occupational Standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context.
Occupation
Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/related set of functions in an industry.
Organisational Context
Organisational Context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility.
Performance Criteria
Performance Criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task.
Qualifications Pack(QP)
Qualifications Pack comprises the set of NOS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a unique qualification pack code.
Qualifications Pack Code
Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications pack.
Scope
Scope is the set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on the quality of performance required.
Sector Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests.
Def
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Sub-Sector Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components.
Sub-functions
Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function.
Technical Knowledge
Technical Knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities.
Unit Code
Unit Code is a unique identifier for an NOS unit, which can be denoted with an ‘N’.
Unit Title
Unit Title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do.
Keywords /Terms Description
NOS National Occupational Standard(s)
NSQF National Skill Qualifications Framework
NCO-2004 National Classification of Occupations-2004
OS Occupational Standard(s)
QP Qualifications Pack
SOP Standard Operating Procedures (s)
NPD New Product Development
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v LFS/N0516 : Assist in product development
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National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a Research Associate Product Development to assist in product development.
v LFS/N0516 : Assist in product development
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Unit Code LFS/N0516
Unit Title (Task)
Assist in product development
Description This NOS unit is about the Research Associate Product Development assisting in product development
Scope
This unit / task covers the following:
Pre product development activities
Activities to be carried out during product development
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Pre product development activities
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to: PC1. support in developing exploratory development proposals for new innovation
products
PC2. support in carrying out technical feasibility analysis on the NPD ideas by
analyzing current development plans, new scientific developments and
competitive activities
PC3. conduct stability studies, generate stability data & prepare stability reports for
innovation products
Activities to be carried out during product development
PC4. supporting in execution of product (innovation) development related activities PC5 support execution of allocated product development responsibilities PC6 . identify issues on projects PC7. assist in resolution of issues supported by good data analysis
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organisational Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. safety guidelines to be adhered to while carrying out research KA2. documentation requirements for research activities KA3. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice KA4. approval process and guidelines for getting research approved KA5. knowledge of competitor products KA6. in-depth knowledge of organisation products and their benefits vis-à-vis
competition
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. importance of compliance with company protocols while carrying out research KB2. chromatographic scanners, vial handling systems, agitators KB3. knowledge of GLP and GMP KB4. knowledge of SOPs KB5. product life cycle knowledge and understanding KB6. knowledge of product properties
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KB7. knowledge of manufacturing process KB8. technical reasons for manufacturing defects KB9. knowledge of medicinal chemistry concepts and technologies, various synthesis
technologies, and analytical and purification techniques KB10. knowledge of software like Chemdraw, ISIS, Scifinder etc
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. make complete and accurate notes of the information and data gathered SA2. record and communicate details of work done to appropriate people SA3. excellent report writing skills
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. follow guidelines/procedures/rules and service level agreements SA5. Read and interpret memos/ instructions. SOPs
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking Skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. communication with upstream and downstream teams SA5. listen effectively and orally communicate information accurately
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make decisions on a suitable course of action or response SB2. apply balanced judgments to different approaches
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan work assigned on a daily basis and provide estimates of time required for
each piece of work
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. seek clarification on problems from supervisors SB5. use effective problem solving techniques
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. analyse data and activities
SB7. pass on relevant information to other departments SB8. attention to detail
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Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. provide opinions on work in a detailed and constructive way
Customer Centricity
NA
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0516
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation R&D Next review date 01/08/19
LFS/N0513 : Carry out reporting and documentation for research activities
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a Research Associate Product Development to carry out reporting and documentation for research activities.
National Occupational
Standard
LFS/N0513 : Carry out reporting and documentation for research activities
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Unit Code LFS/N0513
Unit Title (Task)
Carry out reporting and documentation for research activities
Description This NOS is about a Research Associate Product Development carrying out reporting and documentation for research activities
Scope
The unit/task covers the following:
Pre research activities
Activities to be carried out during research process
Post research activities
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Pre research activities To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research PC2. translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity PC3. assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies, e.g.
for funding and contractual purposes
Activities to be carried out during research process
PC4. conduct individual and collaborative research projects PC5. write up research work for presentation and publication PC6. record details accurately in appropriate format PC7. continually update knowledge and understanding in field or specialism PC8. manage own research and administrative activities, with guidance if required PC9. validating the research information at regular cycles PC10. provide updates and status reports to senior management on a regular basis;
report on performance against plan
Post research
activities
PC11. interpret the research results correctly PC12. ensure that the final document meets regulatory and compliance requirements PC13. make sure documents are available to all appropriate authorities to inspect PC14. make presentations
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organisational Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. all relevant Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) of the company KA2. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice KA3. privacy policy of the company KA4. safety and health policies and regulations for the workplace
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. knowledge on different standard reference material KB2. knowledge of drugs, products, side effects, adverse reactions, process
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KB3. statistical analysis of test data
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. make complete and accurate notes of the information and data gathered SA2. excellent report writing skills
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. follow guidelines/procedures/rules and service level agreements
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking Skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA4. interact with people to effectively gather information SA5. listen effectively and orally communicate information accurately SA6. ask for clarification and advice from others
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make decisions on a suitable course of action or response SB2. apply balanced judgments to different approaches
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan work assigned on a daily basis and provide estimates of time required for
each piece of work
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. seek clarification on problems from supervisors SB5. use effective problem solving techniques
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. analyse data and activities
SB7. pass on relevant information to other departments SB8. arithmetic and Mechanical Aptitude
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. provide opinions on work in a detailed and constructive way
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Customer Centricity
NA
NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0513
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation R&D Next review date 01/08/19
LFS/N0514 : Assist in planning and communicating research activities
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills
required of a Research Associate Product Development to plan and
communicate research activities
National Occupational
Standard
LFS/N0514 : Assist in planning and communicating research activities
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Unit Code LFS/N0514
Unit Title (Task)
Assist in planning and communicating research activities
Description This NOS unit is about a Research Associate Product Development assisting in planning and communicating research activities
Scope
The unit/task covers the following:
Planning research activities
Communicating research activities
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Planning research activities
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. assist in planning the use of research resources, laboratories and workshops as appropriate
PC2. assist in planning and managing own research activity in collaboration with others
PC3. contribute to the planning of research projects
Communicating research activities
PC4. prepare papers for steering groups and other bodies PC5. communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature to principal
investigator. PC6. contribute to the production of research reports and publications PC7. deal with routine communication using a range of media PC8. present information on research progress and outcomes to bodies supervising
research, e.g. steering groups
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organisational Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. potential hazards, actions to minimize the same and basic disaster
management KA2. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice KA3. equipment used in the process and their function
B Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. inspection or test points (control points) in the process and the related
procedures and recording requirements KB2. knowledge of basic laboratory procedures, including pipetting , DNA and
histology
Skills (S)
Writing Skills
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A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. complete documentation accurately
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA2. read and understand manuals, SOPs, health and safety instructions, memos,
reports, job cards etc
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. communication with upstream and downstream teams
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. resolve any difficulties in relationships with colleagues , or get help from an
appropriate person, in a way that preserves goodwill and trust
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. plan research on a regular basis SB3. provide estimates of time required for each research
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. attention to detail
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. identify immediate or temporary solutions to resolve delays SB6. comprehend the problem, identify the solution(s) and suggest the best possible
solution to the customer
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB7. suggest improvements(if any) in process based on experience
Customer Centricity
NA
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0514
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation R&D Next review date 01/08/19
LFS/N0515 : Undertake Initiative, problem solving and decision-making
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Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills required of a Research Associate Product Development to initiate, solve problem and make decisions
National Occupational
Standard
LFS/N0515 : Undertake Initiative, problem solving and decision-making
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Unit Code LFS/N0515
Unit Title (Task)
Undertake initiative, problem solving and decision-making
Description This NOS unit is about the Research Associate Product Development taking initiation, solving problems and making decisions
Scope
The unit/task covers the following:
Initiate research activities
Problem solving
Contribute to team decisions
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Initiate To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to: PC1. Use new research techniques and methods
PC2. Use initiative and creativity to identify areas for research, develop new
research methods and extend the research portfolio
PC3. Use creativity to analyze and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes
Problem solving PC4.Deal with problems which may affect the achievement of research objectives PC5. Analyze and interpret the results of own research and generate original ideas
Decision-making PC6. Contribute to decisions affecting the work of the team PC7. Contribute to collaborative decision making with colleagues
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
B. Organisational Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. safety guidelines to be adhered to while carrying out research KA2. documentation requirements for research activities KA3. institutional and professional code of ethics and standards of practice KA4. approval process and guidelines for getting research approved
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. importance of compliance with company protocols while carrying out research
Skills (S)
Writing Skills
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C. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. record relevant information pertaining to the research in a format which is
understandable and useable
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA2. read notes/comments from supervisors SA3. read and interpret SOPs and regulatory instructions/ manuals
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. communicate effectively with the team members and supervisors
D. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make decisions in a team considering the ideas of the team SB2. make decisions on a suitable course of action or response
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. plan the research within timeline and budget
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. provide inputs on agenda for the research so as to keep it aligned with the
interest of all the team members
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. effectively solve problems while organizing SB6. think through problems, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an
optimum /best possible solution(s) SB7. identify immediate or temporary solutions to resolve delays Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB8. analyse options during research process to optimize costs and research
resources SB9. attention to detail
Customer Centricity
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0515
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation R&D Next review date 01/08/19
LFS/N0101 : Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment in the life sciences facility
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National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a Research Associate Product Development for ensuring healthy, safe and secure working environment in the life sciences facility
LFS/N0101 : Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment in the life sciences facility
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Unit Code LFS/N0101
Unit Title (Task)
Maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment in the life sciences facility
Description This NOS unit is about a Clinical Research Associate Product Development monitoring the working environment and making sure it meets the requirements for health, safety and security in the pharmaceutical research facility /testing/ analysis or research laboratory.
Scope
Ensuring healthy, safe and secure working environment:
Self monitor and adhere to safety principles and standards and report any identified breaches in health, safety, and security policies and procedures to the designated person
Identify and recommend opportunities for improving health, safety, and security to the designated person
Managing emergency procedures:
Illness
Accidents
Fires
Other reasons to evacuate the premises
Breaches of security
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Ensuring healthy, safe and secure working environment
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to carry out: PC1. observe and comply with your company’s current health, safety and security
policies and procedures
PC2. while carrying out work, use appropriate safety gears like head gear, masks,
gloves and other accessories as mentioned in the guidelines
PC3. report any identified breaches in health, safety, and security policies and
procedures to the designated person
PC4. responsible for maintaining discipline at the shop-floor area
PC5. identify and correct any hazards that you can deal with safely, competently and
within the limits of your authority
PC6. adhere and comply to storage and handling guidelines for hazardous material
PC7. identify and recommend opportunities for improving health, safety, and
security to the designated person
PC8. complete any health, safety and security records legibly and accurately
Managing emergency procedures
PC9. report any hazards that you are not competent to deal with to the relevant person in line with organizational procedures and warn other people who may be affected
PC10. follow your company’s emergency procedures promptly, calmly, and efficiently
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
B. Organisational The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
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Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
KA1. legislative requirements and company’s procedures for health, safety and
security and your role and responsibilities in relation to this
KA2. what is meant by a hazard, including the different types of health and safety
hazards that can be found in the workplace
KA3. how and when to report hazards
KA4. limits of your responsibility for dealing with hazards
KA5. your organization’s emergency procedures for different emergency situations
and the importance of following these
KA6. the importance of maintaining high standards of health, safety and security
KA7. implications that any non-compliance with health, safety and security may have on individuals and the organization
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. different types of breaches in health, safety and security and how and
when to report these
KB2. evacuation procedures for workers and visitors
KB3. how to summon medical assistance and the emergency services, where
necessary
KB4. how to use the health, safety and accident reporting procedures and the
importance of these
KB5. KB6.
different types of occupational health hazards
KB6. knowledge of chemical substances, their characteristics and required
precaution and safety measures
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA1. complete accurate, well written work with attention to detail
Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA2. read instructions, guidelines, procedures, rules and service level agreements
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. listen effectively and orally communicate information accurately
Decision Making
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B. Professional Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. make decisions on suitable courses of action
Plan and Organise
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB2. plan and organize your work to meet health, safety and security requirements
Customer Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. build and maintain positive and effective relationships with colleagues,
customers and suppliers
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. apply problem solving approaches in different situations
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB5. analyse data and activities
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB6. apply balanced judgments to different situations
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0101
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceuticals and Bio Pharmaceuticals
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D
Next review date 01/08/19
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National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This Occupational Standard describes the knowledge, understanding and skills required for a Research Associate Product Development to co-ordinate with manager and team members.
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Unit Code LFS/N0104
Unit Title (Task)
Coordinate with Supervisor and team members
Description This NOS unit is about a Research Associate Product Development working with the team and the manager for carrying out research activities.
Scope
This unit/task covers the following: Coordinate with supervisor
receive work instructions from reporting supervisor
communicate to reporting supervisor about process-flow improvements, production defects received from previous process, repairs and maintenance of equipment as required
provide support to supervisor for carrying out investigations related to complaints, batch failures, OOS/ OOT, incidents etc.
communicate any potential hazards or expected process disruptions
provide requisite information, documents, clarifications to supervisor during actual audits
handover completed work to supervisor Coordinate with team members
work as a team with colleagues and share work as per their or own work load and skills
interview team members and colleagues to collect data to be recorded in log books and batch documents
support/assign personnel/team members to support internal and external audit activities as per instructions of superiors/supervisor
work with colleagues of other departments
communicate and discuss work flow related difficulties in order to find solutions with mutual agreement
provide documented shift handovers to the next person in the shift
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Coordination with manager
To be competent, the user/individual on the job must be able to carry out: PC1. receive work instructions from reporting manager
PC2. communicate to reporting supervisor about process-flow improvements, quality
defects received from previous process
PC3. communicate any potential hazards or expected process disruptions
PC4. provide requisite information, documents, clarifications to manager during
actual audits
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Coordination with team members
PC5. work as a team with colleagues and share work as per their or own work load
and skills
PC6. support/assign personnel/team members to support internal and external audit
activities as per instructions of superiors/supervisor
PC7. provide documented shift handovers to the next person in the shift
PC8. communicate and discuss work flow related difficulties in order to find solutions
with mutual agreement
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
C. Organisational Context (Knowledge of the Company/ Organisation and its processes)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. legislative requirements and company’s procedures for health, safety and
security and your role and responsibilities in relation to this
KA2. what is meant by a hazard, including the different types of health and safety
hazards that can be found in the workplace
KA3. how and when to report hazards
KA4. limits of your responsibility for dealing with hazards
KA5. your organization’s emergency procedures for different emergency situations
and the importance of following these
KA6. the importance of maintaining high standards of health, safety and security
KA1. implications that any non-compliance with health, safety and security may have on individuals and the organization
B. Technical Knowledge
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. different types of breaches in health, safety and security and how and when to
report these
KB2. evacuation procedures for workers and visitors
KB3. how to summon medical assistance and the emergency services, where
necessary
KB4. how to use the health, safety and accident reporting procedures and the
importance of these
KB5. different types of occupational health hazards
KB6. knowledge of chemical substances, their characteristics and required
precaution and safety measures
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA5. report/observation writing skills
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Reading Skills
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA6. read notes/comments from the supervisor SA7. read job sheets and interpret technical details mentioned in the jobsheet
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SA3. interact with team members to work efficiently
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB1. spot and communicate potential areas of disruptions to work process and
report the same SB2. when to report to supervisor and when to deal with a colleague individually,
depending on the type of concern
Problem Solving
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB3. improve work processes by interacting with others and adopting best practices
Critical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB4. spot process disruptions and delays and report and communicate with solutions
Analytical Thinking
NA
Plan and Organize
NA
Customer Centricity
NA
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NOS Version Control
NOS Code LFS/N0104
Credits(NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0
Industry Life Sciences Drafted on 15/12/14
Industry Sub-sector Pharmaceuticals and Bio Pharmaceuticals
Last reviewed on 01/08/16
Occupation Quality, R&D Next review date 01/08/19
Qualifications Pack For
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Annexure
Nomenclature for QP and NOS Qualifications Pack
9 characters
LFS/ Q 0101
LFS QP Number (2 numbers)
Q denoting Qualification Pack Occupation (2 numbers)
Occupational Standard
An example of NOS with ‘N’
9 characters
LFS/ N 0101
LFS OS Number (2 numbers)
Occupation (2 numbers)
N denoting National Occupational Standard
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The following acronyms/codes have been used in the nomenclature above:
Sub-Sector Range of Occupation Numbers
Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical and Contract Research
01-10
Pharmaceutical 11-20
Biopharmaceutical 21-30
Contract Research 31-40
Sequence Description Example
Three letters Industry name LFS
Slash / /
Next letter Whether QP or NOS Q/N
Next two numbers Occupation code 01
Next two numbers OS number 01
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CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Job Role Research Associate Product Development/ Synthesis/ Medicinal Chemistry Qualification Pack LFS/Q0505 Sector Skill Council Life Sciences Sector Skill Development Council
Guidelines for Assessment: 1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC. 2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC. 3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below) 4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaluations for skill practical for every student at each examination/training center based on this criteria 5. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of 70% in every NOS 6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee is eligible to take subsequent assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack.
Marks Allocation
Assessment Outcome
Assessment Criteria of Outcomes Marks Obtained (600)
Out of Theory Practical
LFS/N0516 (Assist in product
development)
PC1. support in developing exploratory development proposals for new innovation products
100
14 7 7
PC2. support in carrying out technical feasibility analysis on the NPD ideas by analyzing current development plans, new scientific developments and competitive activities
14 7 7
PC3. conduct stability studies, generate stability data & prepare stability reports for innovation products
14 7 7
PC4. supporting in execution of product (innovation) development related activities
15 7 8
PC5. support execution of allocated product development responsibilities
14 7 7
PC6. identify issues on projects 14 7 7
PC7. assist in resolution of issues supported by good data analysis
15 7 8
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Total 100 49 51
LFS/N0513 (Carry out
reporting and documentation
for research activities)
PC1. develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research
100
7 3 4
PC2. translate knowledge of advances in the subject area into research activity
7 3 4
PC3. assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies, e.g. for funding and contractual purposes
7 3 4
PC4. conduct individual and collaborative research projects
7 3 4
PC5. write up research work for presentation and publication
7 3 4
PC6. record details accurately in appropriate format
7 3 4
PC7.continually update knowledge and understanding in field or specialism
7 3 4
PC8.manage own research and administrative activities, with guidance if required
7 3 4
PC9.validating the research information at regular cycles
7 3 4
PC10.provide updates and status reports to senior management on a regular basis; report on performance against plan
7 3 4
PC11.interpret the research results correctly
8 4 4
PC12.ensure that the final document meets regulatory and compliance requirements
7 3 4
PC13.make sure documents are available to all appropriate authorities to inspect
8 4 4
PC14.make presentations 7 3 4
Total 100 44 56
LFS/N0514 (Assist in
planning and communicating
research activities)
PC.1 assist in planning the use of research resources, laboratories and workshops as appropriate
100
13 6 7
PC2. assist in planning and managing own research activity in collaboration with others
12 6 6
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PC3. contribute to the planning of research projects
13 6 7
PC4. prepare papers for steering groups and other bodies
12 6 6
PC5.communicate material of a specialist or highly technical nature to principal investigator
12 6 6
PC6.contribute to the production of research reports and publications
13 6 7
PC7.deal with routine communication using a range of media
12 6 6
PC8.present information on research progress and outcomes to bodies supervising research, e.g. steering groups
13 6 7
Total 100 48 52
LFS/N0515 (Undertake initiative, problem
solving and decision-making)
PC1. use new research techniques and methods
100
14 7 7
PC2. use initiative and creativity to identify areas for research, develop new research methods and extend the research portfolio
14 7 7
PC3. use creativity to analyze and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes
14 7 7
PC4.deal with problems which may affect the achievement of research objectives
14 7 7
PC5.analyze and interpret the results of own research and generate original ideas
15 7 8
PC6.contribute to decisions affecting the work of the team
14 7 7
PC7.contribute to collaborative decision making with colleagues
15 7 8
Total 100 49 51
LFS/N0101 (Maintain a
healthy, safe and secure
working environment in
PC1.observe and comply with your company’s current health, safety and security policies and procedures 100
10 5 5
PC2.while carrying out work, use appropriate safety gears like head gear, masks, gloves and other
10 5 5
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the life sciences facility )
accessories as mentioned in the guidelines
PC3.report any identified breaches in health, safety, and security policies and procedures to the designated person
10 5 5
PC4.responsible for maintaining discipline at the shop-floor area
10 5 5
PC5.identify and correct any hazards that you can deal with safely, competently and within the limits of your authority
10 5 5
PC6.adhere and comply to storage and handling guidelines for hazardous material
10 5 5
PC7.identify and recommend opportunities for improving health, safety, and security to the designated person
10 5 5
PC8.complete any health, safety and security records legibly and accurately
10 4 6
PC9.report any hazards that you are not competent to deal with to the relevant person in line with organizational procedures and warn other people who may be affected
10 4 6
PC10.follow your company’s emergency procedures promptly, calmly, and efficiently
10 5 5
Total 100 48 52
LFS/N0104 (Coordinate
with supervisor and team members)
PC1.receive work instructions from reporting manager
100
12 6 6
PC2.communicate to reporting supervisor about process-flow improvements, quality defects received from previous process
13 6 7
PC3.communicate any potential hazards or expected process disruptions
12 6 6
PC4.provide requisite information, documents, clarifications to manager during actual audit
13 6 7
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PC5.work as a team with colleagues and share work as per their or own work load and skills
12 6 6
PC6.support/assign personnel/team members to support internal and external audit activities as per instructions of superiors/supervisor
12 6 6
PC7.provide documented shift handovers to the next person in the shift
13 6 7
PC8.communicate and discuss work flow related difficulties in order to find solutions with mutual agreement
13 6 7
Total 100 48 52