R&D and New Product Development (NPD) - Executive / Sr Executive / Manager
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Hyderabad
JobType: full-timeRequirements:Role Overview:We are seeking passionate and skilled professionals in R&D and NPD to develop innovative, compliant, and commercially viable herbal and nutraceutical products. From formulation to pilot scale-up and documentation, the role involves end-to-end product development, market research, and cross-functional collaboration.Key Responsibilities:(Responsibilities vary by seniority level)Core Responsibilities (All Levels):
- Conduct lab-scale research and development of herbal/nutraceutical products including capsules, tablets, syrups, powders, teas, oils, gummies, topicals, etc.
- Formulate new products based on market needs, customer briefs, and technical feasibility.
- Source and evaluate functional ingredients, botanicals, and excipients for new formulations.
- Execute stability studies, dosage trials, and optimize formulations based on performance.
- Prepare and maintain specifications, COAs, MFRs, PDRs, BOMs, and SOPs.
- Ensure regulatory compliance with FSSAI, AYUSH, WHO-GMP, USFDA, and EFSA norms.
- Work closely with QA, QC, Regulatory, Marketing, and Production for product launches.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and support customer/regulatory queries.
- Lead and manage end-to-end NPD projects from ideation to commercialization.
- Conduct market and competitor research to identify trends, gaps, and innovation opportunities.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors for trials, ingredient validation, and packaging compatibility.
- Oversee pilot batches, tech transfer to production, and support scale-up activities.
- Manage timelines, cost control, and quality parameters for each NPD project.
- Develop technical dossiers, whitepapers, and marketing support materials as needed.
- Participate in client presentations, audits, and product demonstrations.
- Mentor and guide junior team members in technical and documentation processes.
- M.Sc (Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Botany, Biotechnology) / B.Pharm / M.Pharm
- Executive Level: 1-3 years
- Senior Executive: 3-5 years
- Assistant Manager: 5-7 years
- Manager: 7-10+ years
- Experience in herbal, nutraceutical, or pharma R&D/NPD is mandatory.
- Knowledge of formulation development, plant actives, analytical methods, and regulatory compliance.
- Proficient in technical writing, documentation, and familiarity with analytical instruments (HPLC, GC, UV, etc.).
- Exposure to global compliance standards (FSSAI, AYUSH, USFDA, EFSA, etc.) is a plus.