Research and Development Executive

Biotek India; Vadodara; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Biotek India, a leading cosmetic manufacturer in Vadodara, seeks an R&D Executive to design, develop, and optimize cosmetic formulations. This role collaborates with production, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure product safety, stability, and compliance.

The candidate will plan experiments, evaluate raw materials, conduct sensory and performance tests, and document findings. Involvement in scale-up activities and continuous improvement is expected in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Design experiments and analyze data to develop new or improved formulations.
• Support stability studies and performance evaluations for cosmetics.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., cGMP).
• Collaborate with production, quality and regulatory teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct laboratory experiments for formulation development.
• Evaluate raw materials for suitability and performance.
• Perform sensory and performance assessments of cosmetic formulations.
• Document findings and generate technical reports for internal use.
• Support scale-up activities and troubleshoot formulation or process challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing and product development.

Skills

R&D expertise

Experiment design

Data analysis

Formulation development

Sensory evaluation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Food Technology, Biotechnology

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

Company Description

Biotek India is a leading manufacturer and exporter of high-quality cosmetic products, committed to delivering excellent value through competitive pricing and strong service. The company combines a dynamic team of young professionals with experienced experts, including engineers, lab technicians, pharmacists, and foreign trade executives. Its USFDA cGMP certified factory and dedicated R&D facility are located in Makarpura, in the culturally rich city of Vadodara, Gujarat, India. With modern, hygienic, and eco-friendly manufacturing infrastructure, Biotek India serves a diverse, global customer base. The organization works closely with quality-focused vendors and suppliers to consistently provide reliable, high-performing cosmetic products.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based at the Biotek India facility in Vadodara. The Research and Development Executive will design, develop, and optimize cosmetic formulations, working closely with production, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure product safety, stability, and compliance. Daily responsibilities include planning and conducting laboratory experiments, evaluating raw materials, performing sensory and performance assessments, documenting findings, and generating technical reports. The role also involves supporting scale-up activities, troubleshooting formulation or process challenges, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing and product development. Collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and staying updated on industry trends, regulations, and technology will be key parts of this position.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Research and Development (R&D) and Research Development, with experience in designing experiments, analyzing data, and developing new or improved formulations.
• Candidates should possess skills in Food Technology and Food Science, or related applied science disciplines, to support formulation work, stability studies, and performance evaluations.
• Candidates should possess skills in Sensory Evaluation, including structured panel assessments and product performance testing relevant to cosmetics or similar consumer products.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Food Technology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory work, formulation development, and use of analytical instruments.
• Strong documentation skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., cGMP).
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical information clearly.
• Prior experience in cosmetic, personal care, or FMCG product development is an advantage.