Head Product Development and R&D Nutraceutical formulations, cosmetics and extraction technolog[...]

Aora India Private Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutraceutical and cosmeceutical company in Chennai is seeking a Head – Product Development & R&D to drive innovation, product formulation, and regulatory compliance. The role demands a PhD or equivalent with 10–15 years of R&D experience in relevant fields. Responsibilities include leading product development from concept to commercialization, designing formulations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Applicants should have a strong track record of successful product launches and leadership skills in a cross-functional team environment.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of hands-on R&D experience in extracts, nutraceuticals, or cosmoceuticals.
• Strong knowledge of formulation science, process and extraction technologies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven track record of successful product launches.
• Proven track record of successful product launches.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of nutraceutical formulations and cosmeceuticals from concept to commercialization.
• Design and optimize formulations for efficacy, stability, bioavailability, and scalability.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA, EU, and cosmetic regulations.
• Drive innovation aligned with market trends and customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA, EU, and cosmetic regulations.

Skills

Nutraceutical & cosmetic formulation

Regulatory compliance (FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA)

Process scale-up & technology transfer

Innovation & problem-solving

Leadership & cross-functional collaboration

Innovation

Leadership

Education

PhD / M.Pharm / M.Sc / M.Tech in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences

Job description

The Head – Product Development & R&D will develop formulations for the manufacture of nutraceutical and cosmeceutical products. This role is responsible for driving new product development, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimising formulations, and translating scientific research into commercially viable products.

Key Responsibilities

Product Research & Development

• Lead development of nutraceutical formulations and cosmeceuticals from concept to commercialisation
• Design and optimize formulations for efficacy, stability, bioavailability, and scalability
• Evaluate and select raw materials, actives, excipients, and extraction technologies of Plants & Herbs
• Drive innovation aligned with market trends and customer requirements

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA, EU, and cosmetic regulations as applicable
• Prepare and review product dossiers, technical documentation, and regulatory submissions
• Coordinate with QA/QC for validation, stability studies, and SOPs

Qualifications & Experience

• PhD / M.Pharm / M.Sc / M.Tech in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field
• 10–15+ years of hands-on R&D experience in extracts, nutraceuticals, or cosmoceuticals
• Strong knowledge of formulation science, process and extraction technologies, and regulatory frameworks
• Proven track record of successful product launches

Key Skills

• Nutraceutical & cosmetic formulation
• Regulatory compliance (FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA)
• Process scale-up & technology transfer
• Innovation & problem-solving
• Leadership & cross-functional collaboration