The Head Product Development & R&D will develop formulations for manufacture of nutraceutical, and cosmoceutical products. This role is responsible for driving new product development, ensuring regulatory compliance, optimizing formulations, and translating scientific research into commercially viable products.
Key Responsibilities
Product Research & Development
- Lead development of nutraceutical formulations, and cosmoceuticals from concept to commercialization
- Design and optimize formulations for efficacy, stability, bioavailability, and scalability
- Evaluate and select raw materials, actives, excipients, and extraction technologies of Plants & Herbs
- Drive innovation aligned with market trends and customer requirements
Regulatory & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA, EU, and cosmetic regulations as applicable
- Prepare and review product dossiers, technical documentation, and regulatory submissions
- Coordinate with QA/QC for validation, stability studies, and SOPs
Qualifications & Experience
- PhD / M.Pharm / M.Sc / M.Tech in Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field
- 1015+ years of hands-on R&D experience in extracts, nutraceuticals, or cosmoceuticals
- Strong knowledge of formulation science, process and extraction technologies, and regulatory frameworks
- Proven track record of successful product launches
Key Skills
- Nutraceutical & cosmetic formulation
- Regulatory compliance (FSSAI, AYUSH, FDA)
- Process scale-up & technology transfer
- Innovation & problem-solving
- Leadership & cross-functional collaboration
- Herbal & botanical extract development
