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Scientist / Sr. Scientist – NPD
## Job Summary The Scientist / Sr. Scientist in New Product Development (NPD) will play a crucial role in the formulation, prototyping, and product development of various dosage forms. This position requires a strong technical background and hands-on experience in product development, contributing to the organization’s goals through innovative and disruptive ideas.
## Responsibilities - Develop a thorough understanding of pre-formulations, prototyping, and product development for various dosage forms. - Interact and coordinate with different functions for various activities related to product development. - Conduct wet and instrumental analysis of relevant product categories and raw materials. - Utilize measurement techniques to characterize and predict product behavior over time. - Follow protocols and test methods to measure functional and aesthetic performance. - Develop protocols to evaluate product performance to support claim substantiation. - Analyze and evaluate competitor products to inform development strategies. - Participate in pilot plant and plant-level scale-up activities. - Document the product development pathway through suitable reports and dossiers to support Technology Transfer. - Collaborate on relevant projects with academia to enhance the scientific base within the organization and leverage learnings for commercial advantage.
## Qualifications - Strong understanding of product formulations and consumer expectations. - Knowledge of various instrumental and non-instrumental methods for category evaluation. - Demonstrated practical application of knowledge in innovation projects. - Analytical abilities with proficiency in statistical tools. - Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team. - Strong presentation and communication skills. - Educational qualifications: BSc, MSc, or equivalent in a relevant scientific field.
## Preferred Skills - An appetite for learning and an open mind for innovation. - Ability to question the status quo and think outside the box. - Experience in consumer interaction to understand consumer needs.
## Experience - Relevant experience in product development, particularly in formulation and prototyping, is preferred.
## Environment - Work setting: In-office at Mumbai. - Work type: Full-time.



