Research Scientist

Job Description

• Position: Junior research scientist (JRS)/Research scientist (RS)
• Job Location: - Plot No. 214, Borsad - Tarapur Road, Ta: Petlad, Dist: Anand, Gujarat, India.
• Department: R&D / Formulation
• Experience: 3-6 years in Nutraceuticals Formulations.
• Industry: Nutraceutical / Food / Pharma Manufacturing
• Reports To: Manager FRD.
• Job Type: Full-Time

Company Profile: -

Pharmanza Herbal Pvt. Ltd. is one of the few companies which is focusing on standardizing and proving the efficacy of Herbal products. Our strong supplier base, fully equipped R&D facility, FDA approved manufacturing facility, infrastructure for conducting human trials as well as our formulations unit provides a one stop solution to our valued customers. Pharmanza Herbal Pvt Ltd. is one of the leading research-oriented companies, manufacturing herbal extracts used in the Ayurvedic and nutraceutical segment. Our journey began in 1997 with Pharmanza India, our group company located in Khambhat, India, where we started producing herbal extracts. While Pharmanza India primarily focuses on veterinary allopathic formulations, we leveraged its facilities to manufacture herbal products such as Garcinia cambogia, Commiphora Mukul, and Withania somnifera from 1997 to 2004. As the business expanded, and we began exporting our products to countries like the US, Japan, and Germany. Pharmanza Herbal was established in Dharmaj, India, to continue our commitment to quality and innovation in herbal solutions. The facility is certified by Food safety authority of India (FSSAI), Food and drug Administration, India (Gujarat office) with NSF-GMP International. Current certifications include ISO9001:2015, ISO22000:2018, NSF-GMP, NSF-SPORT,USP-GMP,USP Ashwagandha,Bosewelia with Kosher and Halal and USDA/APEDA organic certifications for products. Additionally, we are also certified SEDEX 4 Pillers and ECOVADIS.

Job Overview: -

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Formulation Scientist with 2-4 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in formulation development and optimization, along with a strong understanding of dosage forms, excipients, and manufacturing processes. As a key member of our R&D department, you will be responsible for designing and developing solid, semi-solid, or liquid dosage forms, performing stability studies, and ensuring regulatory compliance throughout the formulation process.

Responsibilities and Duties: -

1. Research & development along with optimization of formulations for Nutraceutical and Health Supplement as per the organization requirements.

2. Development of solid, semisolid, and liquid dosage forms for herbal and nutraceutical ingredients for domestic, and regulated markets like US, EU, Brazil, and Canada.

3. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and customer expectations during product development.

4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Analytical Development, Quality Control, and Manufacturing, to ensure smooth transition from development to production.

5. Contribute to total product development activity from material procurement to stability studies and technology transfer to the manufacturing units. Troubleshooting as required during these operations.

6. Handling different equipment, performing experiments, and documenting the results in a prescribed format.

7. Pre-formulation and excipient compatibility studies, assist in research activities as instructed. 8. Preparation of literature search, patent search, prepare product development reports, stability protocol, process validation protocol, reports and SOPs.

8. Responsible for inventory management and lab management ensuring GDP during documentation and fulfilment of GLP requirements during routine lab work.

9. Troubleshoot formulation-related issues during clinical trials and commercial production.

10. Data compilations and record maintenance.

11. Any other responsibility, as assigned by management.

Qualifications: -

• Education level: Bachelor's or Masters degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field
• Experience: 3-5 years
• Personal characteristics: Hands-on experience with various formulation techniques, Strong knowledge of drug delivery systems, excipient selection, and stability studies, Familiarity with regulatory guidelines (USFDA, EMA, ICH) and industry standards. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Salary Range: - Competitive
• Computer Competency: -Efficient
• Skills: -

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with keen attention to detail, Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Subsidized food facility.
• Free Transportation facility from Vadodara location.
• Medi-claim facility.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment committed to sustainability.

Join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our mission to provide high-quality nutraceuticals and dietary supplements that positively impact people's health and well-being. If you possess the required qualifications and share our passion for quality, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an JRS/RS in our manufacturing unit.

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