JOB DESCRIPTION
Position
Head – Nutraceutical Formulation
Location,
Deehgam, Gandhinagar ,Gujarat,382305
Job Summary
The Head – Nutraceutical Formulation is responsible for leading the formulation research and development function for nutraceutical products from concept to commercialization. The incumbent will drive innovation, formulation design, product optimization, regulatory compliance, technology transfer, and successful product launches while ensuring adherence to national and international quality standards.
The role requires extensive expertise in nutraceutical dosage forms, ingredient compatibility, formulation science, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on delivering innovative, safe, effective, and commercially viable products.
Key Responsibilities
Formulation Development
- Lead the development of innovative nutraceutical formulations based on market trends, scientific research, and customer requirements.
- Develop and optimize formulations for:
- Tablets
- Capsules
- Gummies
- Powders
- Granules
- Sachets
- Effervescent Tablets
- Conduct pre-formulation studies, compatibility studies, and formulation optimization.
- Evaluate active ingredients, botanical extracts, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, probiotics, and functional ingredients.
- Improve formulation stability, taste masking, bioavailability, and product performance.
Product Development & Commercialization
- Lead New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept to commercial launch.
- Coordinate pilot-scale batches, process optimization, scale-up, and technology transfer.
- Support contract manufacturing and customer-specific product development.
- Ensure timely completion of development projects.
- Review scientific literature and emerging nutraceutical technologies.
- Recommend innovative ingredients and delivery systems.
- Conduct stability studies in accordance with ICH guidelines.
- Establish product specifications and formulation documentation.
Regulatory & Documentation
- Ensure formulations comply with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Prepare and review:
- Master Formula Records (MFR)
- Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR)
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Product Specifications
- Product Development Reports
- Validation Protocols
- Technical Documents
- Support product registrations and regulatory submissions.
- Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams.
- Provide technical support during commercial manufacturing and product launches.
- Assist the sales and marketing teams with technical product information and customer presentations.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and mentor the Nutraceutical Formulation team.
- Set departmental goals, monitor project progress, and allocate resources effectively.
- Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Technical Skills
- Nutraceutical Formulation Development
- Pharmaceutical Formulation Science
- Product Innovation
- Stability Studies
- Pre-formulation & Compatibility Studies
- Quality by Design (QbD)
- Design of Experiments (DoE)
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- CAPA Implementation
Comprehensive knowledge of:
- WHO-GMP
- US FDA Guidelines
- GMP
- ISO 22000
- Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
Software Proficiency
- PharmaCloud ERP
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- LIMS
- Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS)
Educational Qualification
Essential
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
Preferred
- Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in Pharmaceutics / Industrial Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Technology
- Experience
- 3 to 6 years of experience in Nutraceutical or Pharmaceutical Formulation R&D.
- Proven experience in developing and commercializing nutraceutical products.
Salary:
Base On your experience ,
Contact:7600490168 HR-
Pay: ₹28,500.00 - ₹45,555.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
