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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, as well as the ability to collaborate with multiple functions to drive innovation and meet consumer needs.
## 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. - Contribute innovative and disruptive ideas in relevant categories.
## Qualifications - Strong understanding of product formulations and consumer expectations. - Knowledge of both instrumental and non-instrumental methods for evaluating product categories. - Demonstrated practical application of knowledge in innovation projects. - Analytical skills with proficiency in statistical tools. - Ability to work effectively in a team environment. - Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills. - An appetite for learning and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
## Experience - Relevant experience in product development, particularly in formulation and prototyping, is preferred.
## Environment - The position is based in Mumbai and requires full-time, in-office work.



