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Senior Scientist - Dp - Formulation Development

Syngene
8-15 years
INR 18 LPA – 40 LPA
Bangalore, India
1 June 23, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Analytical Characterization, Dissolution Testing, Experimental Design, GMP/cGMP Compliance, HPLC, HPLC Analysis, Pre-formulation Studies, Regulatory Filing Support, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Technology Transfer, UPLC

Senior Scientist – Drug Product (DP) Formulation Development – Injectable

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Company: Syngene International
Department: Formulation Development
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

The Senior Scientist – DP Formulation Development is responsible for the development, optimization, characterization, scale-up, and technology transfer of injectable drug products across the product lifecycle. The role focuses on formulation development for both small molecules and biologics, including pre-formulation studies, process development, lyophilization, complex injectables, GMP manufacturing support, and commercialization activities.

This position works closely with manufacturing, quality, engineering, validation, regulatory affairs, and external manufacturing partners to ensure successful clinical and commercial supply of parenteral drug products while maintaining compliance with global regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Formulation Development

  • Develop injectable drug product formulations from early-stage development through commercialization.

  • Conduct:

    • Pre-formulation Studies

    • Formulation Design

    • Formulation Optimization

    • Process Characterization

    • Comparability Studies

  • Support both:

    • Small Molecule Injectables

    • Large Molecule/Biologics Products

Technology Transfer

  • Lead technology transfer activities from R&D to GMP manufacturing facilities.

  • Coordinate with:

    • Manufacturing Teams

    • Quality Teams

    • Engineering Teams

    • Validation Teams

    • External CMOs/CDMOs

  • Ensure successful scale-up and process transfer.

Process Development & Optimization

  • Optimize manufacturing processes using a Right-First-Time approach.

  • Support clinical and commercial drug product manufacturing.

  • Troubleshoot manufacturing and process-related challenges.

  • Conduct process validation activities.

Complex Injectable Development

  • Develop and characterize:

    • Liposomes

    • Nanoemulsions

    • Nanoparticles

    • Microspheres

    • Polymer Conjugates

    • Complex Injectable Systems

  • Perform reference product characterization and de-formulation studies.

Packaging & Device Development

  • Lead packaging and delivery system selection for:

    • Vials

    • Pre-Filled Syringes (PFS)

    • Autoinjectors

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • US FDA Requirements

    • European Regulatory Requirements

Lyophilization Development

  • Design and optimize lyophilization cycles.

  • Support freeze-dried formulations for biologics and injectable products.

  • Evaluate process performance and stability.

Analytical & Characterization Support

  • Utilize analytical characterization techniques for:

    • Purity Assessment

    • Potency Assessment

    • Similarity Assessment

    • Biosimilar Comparability

  • Interpret scientific data and generate technical conclusions.

Filtration & Sterile Processing

  • Perform:

    • Filter Selection

    • Filter Optimization

    • Filter Validation Studies

  • Support sterile manufacturing processes and containment strategies.

GMP Manufacturing Support

  • Facilitate drug product manufacturing in GMP fill-finish facilities.

  • Ensure:

    • Data Integrity

    • GMP Compliance

    • Safety Compliance

  • Support batch execution and process monitoring.

Quality Systems & Compliance

  • Manage:

    • Deviations

    • OOS (Out of Specification)

    • OOT (Out of Trend)

    • CAPA Investigations

    • Change Controls

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • GxP Requirements

    • GMP Standards

    • Internal SOPs

Documentation & Regulatory Support

  • Prepare and review:

    • MFR (Master Formula Records)

    • MPR (Master Production Records)

    • BMR (Batch Manufacturing Records)

    • BPR (Batch Packaging Records)

    • PPQP

    • PPQR

  • Support regulatory submissions for:

    • US FDA

    • EMA

    • ROW Markets

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with:

    • Manufacturing

    • Engineering

    • Validation

    • Quality Assurance

    • Regulatory Affairs

    • Project Management

  • Manage project milestones and timelines.

  • Support client and regulatory audits.

Required Qualifications

Education

M.Pharm / MS / M.Tech / PhD in:

  • Pharmaceutics

  • Pharmaceutical Technology

  • Biotechnology

  • Chemical Engineering

  • Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • Life Sciences

  • Related Discipline

Experience

Required Experience

  • Typically 8–15+ Years in:

    • Injectable Formulation Development

    • Drug Product Development

    • Technology Transfer

    • GMP Manufacturing Support