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Drug Product Formulation Development Scientist

Lambda Research Accelerated
Lambda Research accelerated
5+ years
INR 10,00,000 – 20,00,000 per annum
Ahmedabad, India
10 March 19, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Drug Product Formulation Development Scientist | Biologics & Lyophilization

Location: Ahmedabad, India
Company: Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd.
CTC Range: INR 10,00,000 – 20,00,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview
Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd. is seeking an experienced Drug Product Formulation Development Scientist to join its Process Sciences team. This role is responsible for designing and executing formulation development strategies for drug products, particularly focusing on liquid and lyophilized dosage forms. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in formulation science, stability studies, and drug product manufacturing processes, contributing to the successful development and regulatory approval of pharmaceutical products.

Key Responsibilities

Formulation Development & Optimization

  • Design and execute formulation development studies for drug products across liquid and lyophilized dosage forms

  • Select appropriate excipients and optimize formulations to achieve desired physicochemical and stability characteristics

  • Conduct stability studies to ensure product performance and shelf-life

Lyophilization & Process Development

  • Lead development and optimization of lyophilization (freeze-drying) processes

  • Apply in-depth knowledge of drug product unit operations including freeze-thaw, filtration, mixing, filling, and lyophilization

  • Ensure scalability and manufacturability of developed formulations

Packaging & Compatibility Studies

  • Evaluate and select primary packaging components for drug products

  • Design and perform container closure compatibility and integrity studies

  • Conduct forced degradation studies to assess product stability and robustness

Technical Documentation & Regulatory Support

  • Author and review technical reports, development documents, and study summaries

  • Support regulatory submissions and respond to health authority queries and audits

  • Contribute to scientific publications and intellectual property development

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to align development strategies

  • Provide technical leadership and guidance within multidisciplinary project teams

  • Support continuous improvement and innovation in formulation development processes

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline

  • Strong knowledge of formulation development principles for biologics and drug products

  • Understanding of excipient selection, stability studies, and physicochemical characterization

  • Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills

Experience Required

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in drug product formulation development and manufacturing

  • Hands-on experience in lyophilization and liquid dosage form development

  • Experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment

  • Exposure to regulatory submissions and audits is highly desirable

Key Skills

  • Drug Product Formulation Development

  • Lyophilization (Freeze-Drying) Technology

  • Stability Studies & Forced Degradation

  • Excipient Selection & Compatibility Studies

  • GMP & Regulatory Compliance

  • Technical Documentation & Reporting

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

Why Join Lambda Therapeutic Research?

  • Work with a globally recognized CRO delivering end-to-end clinical and development solutions

  • Exposure to advanced biologics and drug product development technologies

  • Collaborative, innovation-driven work environment

  • Opportunities for scientific growth, publications, and leadership development

About Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd.
Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd. is a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO) headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, with operations across India, the USA, Europe, and beyond. With over two decades of expertise, Lambda delivers comprehensive clinical and development solutions to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and generic drug industries worldwide.

How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply through the official company careers portal or submit their updated resume via ThePharmaDaily.com to explore opportunities in pharmaceutical formulation development and research.