Research Lead

Job Description: Research Lead – R&D Formulation Development (Pharma)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize oral solid, liquid, semi-solid, or other dosage forms.
• Conduct pre-formulation studies and compatibility evaluations.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments for formulation development.
• Prepare prototype, pilot, exhibit, and validation batches.
• Perform process optimization and scale-up activities.
• Conduct stability studies and analyze stability data.
• Prepare development reports, batch records, product development reports (PDR), and regulatory documentation.
• Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
• Coordinate with Analytical R&D, Quality Assurance, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and Packaging teams.

1. research lead R&D formulation development 2-5 YEARS Kalmeshwar M.Pharma education job description pharma industry

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Job Description: Research Lead – R&D Formulation Development (Pharma)

1. Job Title: Research Lead – R&D Formulation Development
2. Location: Kalmeshwar, Maharashtra
3. Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
4. Experience: 2–5 Years
5. Education: M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics / Pharmaceutical Technology / Industrial Pharmacy)

Job Summary

1. We are seeking a motivated Research Lead – Formulation Development to support the development of pharmaceutical formulations from laboratory scale through technology transfer. The candidate will participate in formulation design, optimization, documentation, stability studies, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards. Typical responsibilities for professionals with 2–5 years of experience include formulation development, process optimization, documentation, and technology transfer activities. PPharmaGend+1

Key Responsibilities

• • Develop and optimize oral solid, liquid, semi-solid, or other dosage forms.
  • Conduct pre-formulation studies and compatibility evaluations.
  • Design and execute laboratory experiments for formulation development.
  • Prepare prototype, pilot, exhibit, and validation batches.
  • Perform process optimization and scale-up activities.
  • Conduct stability studies and analyze stability data.
  • Prepare development reports, batch records, product development reports (PDR), and regulatory documentation.
  • Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
  • Coordinate with Analytical R&D, Quality Assurance, Production, Regulatory Affairs, and Packaging teams.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, ICH guidelines, SOPs, and data integrity requirements.
  • Troubleshoot formulation and manufacturing issues using scientific approaches.

Required Qualifications

• • M.Pharm in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Technology, Industrial Pharmacy, or a related specialization.
  • 2–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical Formulation R&D.
  • Hands-on experience in formulation development and process optimization.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical excipients, formulation principles, and manufacturing processes.
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements, ICH guidelines, and GMP.
  • Good technical writing and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with QbD (Quality by Design) and DoE (Design of Experiments).
• Exposure to technology transfer and scale-up.
• Knowledge of regulated markets (USFDA, EU, MHRA, WHO-GMP).