Executive / Senior Executive - FR&D (Injectable Formulation Development)

Why This Role Matters

Formulation Research & Development (FR&D) plays a crucial role in translating scientific innovation into scalable, stable, and regulatory-compliant injectable products. Complex injectables—such as nanoparticle-based systems and microsphere platforms—require deep formulation expertise and advanced process understanding.
Within the R&D division at Biological E. Limited, this role contributes to the development of advanced injectable formulations, strengthening the organization’s capabilities in complex drug delivery platforms and biologics.

Job Description

Biological E Limited is seeking skilled professionals for its R&D – FR&D department at Shamirpet, Hyderabad. The position focuses on development of injectable formulations, including complex APIs and advanced delivery platforms such as nanonization and microspheres.
The selected candidate will be involved in formulation design, process optimization, characterization studies, stability evaluation, and preparation of technical documentation to support development milestones.

Key Features of the Role

• Development of complex injectable formulations
• Exposure to advanced drug delivery platforms
• Hands-on formulation development in R&D setup
• Collaboration with Analytical Development and Manufacturing teams
• Opportunity to work on scalable and innovative injectable products

Responsibilities

• Develop injectable formulations including complex APIs
• Work on nanonization, microspheres, and other advanced delivery platforms
• Conduct pre-formulation and compatibility studies
• Optimize formulation parameters and manufacturing processes
• Perform stability study planning and interpretation
• Prepare development reports and technical documentation
• Support technology transfer to manufacturing
• Coordinate with Analytical R&D for characterization studies
• Troubleshoot formulation and process challenges
• Ensure compliance with GMP and regulatory development standards

Required Qualifications

• 2–7 years of experience in injectable formulation development
• Experience in complex injectables preferred
• Hands-on exposure to nanotechnology or microsphere-based platforms
• Strong understanding of sterile product development

Educational Requirements

• Master's degree in Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

Experience and Skills

• Strong knowledge of injectable dosage forms
• Experience with complex APIs and advanced drug delivery systems
• Understanding of sterile processing and aseptic techniques
• Familiarity with scale-up and technology transfer concepts
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work in a cross-functional R&D environment

Salary Insights

• Competitive compensation aligned with R&D experience
• Exposure to complex injectable platforms
• Growth opportunities within advanced formulation research

Location Details

Department: R&D
Function: FR&D (Formulation Research & Development)
Location: Shamirpet, Hyderabad

Company Overview

Biological E. Limited is a leading biopharmaceutical organization specializing in vaccines and complex biologics. With strong R&D infrastructure and global regulatory presence, the company focuses on innovative, scalable, and quality-driven product development.

FAQs

Q: Is experience in complex injectables mandatory?
Preferred, especially for Senior Executive level.

Q: Will the role involve technology transfer?
Yes, support during scale-up and tech transfer is expected.

Q: Is sterile formulation experience required?
Yes, knowledge of sterile product development is essential.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in nanonization or microsphere development
• Mention specific injectable projects handled
• Include stability study and characterization exposure
• Showcase scale-up or tech transfer experience