Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Vantive: A New Company Built on Our Legacy

Vantive is a newly formed, independent company built on a proud legacy of nearly 70 years in kidney care, acute therapies, and home and in‑center dialysis. As we take this next bold step forward, our mission is clear: to deliver best‑in‑class therapies that meaningfully improve the lives of patients worldwide. We offer more than a role—we offer the opportunity to shape the future of kidney care while working alongside passionate global teams who are driven by purpose, innovation, and integrity. Each of us are driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us as we revolutionize kidney care and other vital organ support.

• Job Title –Research Associate III

• Location – Whitefield, Bangalore

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Research Associate III to play a critical role in lifecycle management, product improvement, and regulatory‑driven change initiatives across our kidney care portfolio. This role is ideal for a seasoned scientist who thrives in a global, matrixed environment and is passionate about translating scientific rigor into robust, compliant, and patient‑centric solutions.

You will serve as a technical leader and change owner, working with cross‑functional stakeholders worldwide to deliver high‑quality outcomes that balance science, regulation, and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Scientific & Technical Leadership

• Provide technical leadership and subject‑matter expertise across product lifecycle management activities.

• Independently own and execute product design changes and new product registrations, ensuring compliance with international, regional, and national regulatory requirements.

• Lead technical assessments and define strategies for changes related to formulation, design, labeling, raw materials, manufacturing support, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.

• Develop technically sound, data‑driven solutions in collaboration with senior scientists and global partners.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and coordinate cross‑functional technical activities with global stakeholders to meet project commitments, quality standards, and business objectives.

• Proactively follow up and drive alignment across functions such as R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain.

• Provide clear, concise, and timely technical updates to senior management and key stakeholders.

Regulatory & Documentation Excellence

• Prepare high‑quality technical responses and reports to address regulatory authority queries, using internal and external data.

• Establish, maintain, and update design and technical documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices.

• Ensure robustness, traceability, and compliance across design control and change management documentation.

Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement

• Identify risks, propose practical options, and develop action plans for problem‑solving, product enhancement, and process improvement.

• Apply data analysis, statistics, and continuous improvement tools to support sound technical decisions.

People & Team Contribution

• Participate in—and at times lead—multifunctional and international project teams.

• Mentor and coach junior team members, strengthening technical depth and report‑writing excellence across the organization.

• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performance team culture.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or medical products R&D, lifecycle management, or regulated product development.

Core Competencies

• Proven experience leading change controls and moderate‑scale projects in a regulated environment.

• Solid understanding of product development and lifecycle stages—from development and stability through registration, tech transfer, and commercialization.

• Hands‑on experience with design control processes and documentation.

• Working knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and standards.

Professional Skills

• Strong project management mindset with demonstrated accountability for timelines, deliverables, and outcomes.

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence global stakeholders.

• Experience applying statistics, data analysis, and Six Sigma or continuous improvement tools.

• Ability to work independently while thriving in a fast‑paced, matrixed, global environment.

• High adaptability, sound judgment, and comfort managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Additional Requirements

• Growing domain familiarity with kidney care therapies and products.

• Fluency in English.

• Strong digital proficiency, including collaboration and documentation tools such as Microsoft Office, Teams, and WebEx.

Reasonable Accommodation

Vantive is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Form Link

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