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Formulation Specialist

6-8 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 4, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharma/ M.Tech/MS 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

Company Overview

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical leader dedicated to accelerating access to affordable and innovative medicines. Founded in 1984 with just 20 employees, it now operates in 66 countries with a workforce of over 24,000 individuals united by the credo Good Health Can’t Wait. The company emphasizes sustainability, deep scientific expertise, progressive people practices, and strong corporate governance to deliver on its vision of serving 1.5 billion patients by 2030.


Role: Formulation Scientist – Product Ideation Team

Objective:
To lead the ideation, selection, and development of innovative and differentiated pharmaceutical products for India and emerging markets, ensuring their successful introduction and compliance with regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Product Selection and Planning:
    Develop technical diligence processes, set objectives, foster cross-functional collaboration, and ensure timely product delivery while adhering to regulatory standards.

  • Cross-Functional Coordination:
    Facilitate discussions across Pre-Apex, Apex, and Post-Apex stages to finalize Medical and Marketing Target Product Profiles (TPP).

  • Product Ideation and Development:
    Evaluate and provide technical insights for 25–30 product concepts annually and ensure the initiation of 45–50 new product developments for India and emerging markets.

  • Technical Diligence:
    Assess business development assets and support organizational priorities, including harmonization, global manufacturing standards, and oncology portfolio development.

  • Expert Guidance:
    Apply expertise in formulation design, consumer insights, and regulatory requirements to deliver high-value, consumer-centric products with improved gross margins.

  • Regulatory Support:
    Draft technical justifications for Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) responses to regulatory agencies.

  • External Collaborations:
    Manage partnerships with academic institutions and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) for early Proof of Concept (PoC) activities.

  • Knowledge Sharing:
    Mentor team members and build formulation capabilities to enhance organizational technical expertise.


Qualifications

  • Educational Background:
    M.Pharma, M.Tech, or MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

  • Experience:
    6–8 years in formulation development, regulatory compliance, and product development.

  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in formulations and drug development processes.
    • Understanding of regulatory landscapes in India, Brazil, and global markets.
    • Knowledge of biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, intellectual property, and patents.
  • Behavioral Skills:

    • Strong strategic and analytical thinking.
    • Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
    • Networking, influencing, and assertiveness skills.

Department Overview

The Integrated Product Development Organization at Dr. Reddy’s drives innovation with end-to-end capabilities in API, formulations, clinical trials, intellectual property, and regulatory affairs. Serving over 55 markets globally, its portfolio includes over 1,000 products across various dosage forms, supported by a robust R&D team of more than 200 scientists and 150 doctorates.


Benefits

Dr. Reddy’s offers benefits aligned with industry standards, including:

  • Relocation and joining support.
  • Maternity and paternity benefits.
  • Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.
  • Personalized learning programs for career development.

Work Culture

Dr. Reddy’s fosters a dynamic, empathetic work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. Employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the company’s purpose of enhancing lives through accessible healthcare solutions.

For more information, visit the Dr. Reddy’s Careers Website.