DEM Pharma – Company Industries for Pharmaceutical Production is a modern pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Herat, Afghanistan. The company is dedicated to producing safe, effective, and high-quality medicines in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and recognized pharmaceutical standards.

DEM Pharma’s manufacturing activities include liquid pharmaceuticals, semi-solid products, tablets, and capsules. With modern production facilities and a strong focus on quality, innovation, and professional development, the company aims to contribute to the growth and self-sufficiency of Afghanistan’s pharmaceutical industry.

DEM Pharma is committed to serving the healthcare needs of the Afghan market, creating professional employment opportunities, and building the capacity to expand into international markets in the future.

Job Purpose

To perform and document quality control testing of raw materials, packaging materials, in-process samples, finished products, water and other required samples according to approved specifications, methods, SOPs and GMP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

·         Receive, identify, sample and test raw materials, packaging materials, in-process materials and finished products according to approved procedures.

·         Perform physical, chemical and analytical testing as assigned.

·         Accurately record test results, calculations, observations and laboratory activities in approved records.

·         Operate laboratory instruments according to approved SOPs and laboratory procedures.

·         Maintain laboratory equipment, work areas, reagents, standards and reference materials in appropriate condition.

·         Monitor calibration and qualification status of laboratory equipment and report any status issues.

·         Support stability studies and stability sample management as assigned.

·         Report abnormal, out-of-specification (OOS) or out-of-trend (OOT) results promptly and participate in investigations according to approved procedures.

·         Maintain laboratory data integrity, traceability and good documentation practices.

·         Coordinate with QA regarding investigations, deviations and quality trends.

·         Follow laboratory safety, chemical handling, hygiene and GMP requirements.

·         Support preparation for internal and regulatory inspections and audits.

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a relevant scientific field.
• Relevant pharmaceutical laboratory experience is preferred.
• Experience with HPLC, GC and other analytical laboratory equipment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of GMP, laboratory documentation and data integrity principles.
• Strong analytical, documentation and attention-to-detail skills.
• Office well Knowledge.
• Fluent in Dari, Pashto and English languages.

Please send your CV and cover letter to our email address. No other documents are required at this time. Please make sure to include the job title you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Otherwise, your CV will not be reviewed.