Formulation Scientist - R&D

ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LTD; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Zydus Lifesciences Ltd in Changodar, India, is seeking a Senior Executive for Formulation Development with 2-4 years of experience to drive ophthalmic and semisolid formulations for regulated markets.

You will perform literature reviews, product assessments, and optimization studies, and execute clinical, scale-up, and validation batches while ensuring cGMP compliance and thorough documentation. Collaboration with QA, Regulatory and Manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Masters in Pharma (MPharma) required.
• 2-4 years of experience in formulation development.
• Experience with ophthalmic and semisolid formulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop ophthalmic and semisolid formulations for regulated markets.
• Perform literature reviews, product assessments and optimization studies.
• Execute clinical, scale-up, and validation batches.
• Prepare and review development/manufacturing documents (PDRs, MFCs, BMRs, tech transfer).
• Maintain notebooks and records in line with SOPs/regulatory requirements.
• Support technology transfer, scale-up, and cross-functional projects.
• Ensure cGMP, data integrity, safety and proper documentation.
• Collaborate with Analytical, Regulatory, QA and Manufacturing teams.

Skills

Formulation development

Literature search

Regulatory compliance

Education

MPharma

Job description

2 - 4 Years

Job Description

Group Company:Zydus Lifesciences Ltd

Designation: Senior Executive

Primary Responsibilities

• Development of ophthalmic and/or semisolid formulations forregulated markets.
• Perform literature searches, product assessments, and formulationoptimization studies.
• Execute clinical, engineering, scale-up, exhibit, and validationbatches.
• Prepare and review development and manufacturing documentsincluding PDRs, MFCs, BMRs, scale-up protocols, and technology transferdocuments.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, project files, and developmentrecords in compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Support technology transfer, scale-up, troubleshooting, andcross-functional project activities.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, data integrity, safety, and documentationpractices.
• Collaborate effectively with Analytical, Regulatory, QA, andManufacturing teams.

Reporting Team

• Reporting Designation: Senior Manager
• Reporting Department:Formulation Development - US
• Category: Masters in Pharma
• Field specialization: Pharmaceutics
• Degree: MPharma

Required work experience

• Years of experience: 2 to 4 years

Job Snapshot

Updated Date

30-10-2026

Job ID

JOB11221

Division

PTC - CHANGODAR

Location

At Zydus Lifesciences, w e nurture a culture of innovation, excellence, and inclusivity , driving meaningful advancement in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Fueled by creativity , we constantly exploring new ways to improve patient care and expand healthcare accessibility.

Our commitment to a positive and empowering work environment has earned us recognition as one of India's Best Workplaces in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals.