R&D Executive/Pharmacist (formulation)

Hovid; Chemor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established pharmaceutical company is seeking a candidate for a key role in their R&D department. The successful applicant will engage in new product formulation, scale-up, and improvement while collaborating with cross-functional teams across Production, QA/QC, RA, and Supply Chain. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 2-5 years of experience in developing semisolid and liquid dosage forms. Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration based on experience

Career development opportunities within R&D

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in formulation and development of pharmaceutical products.
• Good understanding of GDP and GMP regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate R&D trial runs in Production.
• Lead and manage PPQ activities for bioequivalence batches.
• Conduct literature research and evaluate new raw material sources.
• Identify and troubleshoot manufacturing process issues.
• Provide technical support to Production, QA/QC, RA, Sales & Marketing.

Skills

Formulation and development of semisolid and/or liquid dosage forms

Good understanding of GDP, GMP

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

Opportunity to work in a well-established pharmaceutical R&D environment

Involvement in new product formulation, scale-up, and product improvement.

Collaborative, cross-functional role with exposure to Production, QA/QC, RA & Supply Chain.

Key Responsibilities

1. 1. Process Performance Qualification (PPQ) & New Product Launches
   • Coordinate R&D trial runs in Production.
   • Lead and manage PPQ activities for bioequivalence batches.
   • Support planning and execution of new product launches.
   • Work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful PPQ and product introduction.
2. 2. New Product Development
   • Conduct literature research and evaluate new raw material sources.
   • Develop semisolid and liquid formulations at lab scale and define critical process parameters.
   • Coordinate formulation scale‑up and prepare data required for product registration.
   • Monitor stability studies in collaboration with R&D Chemists.
   • Assess machinery, packaging, and environmental requirements for new products.
   • Coordinate product efficacy studies, including sensory evaluation, clinical trials, and bioequivalence studies.
3. 3. Improvement of Existing Products
   • Identify and troubleshoot manufacturing process issues.
   • Enhance existing product formulations to meet new requirements, including bioequivalence.
   • Investigate and resolve stability issues in existing products.
   • Provide development reports and technical inputs to Regulatory Affairs.
   • Work with QC on product testing and analysis.
   • Coordinate with Supply Chain on raw material and packaging procurement.
   • Support Production teams during scale‑up and trial runs.
   • Collaborate with QA/QC and other departments for product validation.
   • Provide technical support to Production, QA/QC, RA, Sales & Marketing when required.

Job Requirements

Degree in Pharmacy, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry or related field.

2–5 years of hands‑on experience in formulation and development of semisolid and/or liquid dosage forms (preferably in pharmaceutical R&D).

Good understanding of GDP, GMP; GLP knowledge is an added advantage.

Strong communication skills (verbal & written) and computer literacy.

Additional Information

Competitive remuneration based on experience.

Career development opportunities within the R&D department.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.