Objectives of the Position:Plan and execute regional, global, internal and customer oriented projects in the labSchedule lab application activities and organize work to meet study requirements in a timely, cost effective mannerDevelop, coordinate, manage all technical activities such as customer projects and Application projectsDrive the activities of the Application laboratory to complete the assigned regional / global customers projects in the stipulated timelines, in order to enhance the output of the lab.Support sales and technical services team to build strong new business development pipeline, as well as achieve growth and profitability targets in line with ENP strategyMain Areas of Responsibilities and Key Activities:Application Lab Support:Proposing and coordinating Application projects for products to develop data for customer solutions in conjunction with regional and global technical service and business developmentTo work on product applications in formulation Development of various dosage forms such as Tablets, Oral liquids, Oral powders and Capsule for customer projectsDesign and execute experiments to develop new formulations, including solid orals, liquid and topical products, that utilize BASF’s excipients.Work on advanced technologies such as hot melt extrusion, spray drying and other novel concepts to support internal and customer product developmentsOptimize existing formulations by assessing the functionality and effectiveness of excipients in enhancing the performance and stability of the final productConduct pre-formulation studies and stability testing of the developed formulationsAnalytical Testing:Conduct analytical characterization of formulations and excipients, in accordance to standard pharmacopeal and in house testing proceduresUtilize techniques such as HPLC, UV spectrophotometer, Dissolution testing, Rheometer etc. to characterize excipeints and the formulationsCustomer Support:Develop deep and trusting customer relationships that ensure access to growth opportunitiesProvide complete and timely support to internal and external customers on Product Application matters, including prototypes, lab trials and trials at customers end in South AsiaAssist in troubleshooting formulation challenges and provide solutions to enhance product quality through support in the lab as well as at the customer site as required.Documentation and Reporting:Prepare detailed reports and presentations on experimental findings, including formulation development and analytical resultsMonthly technical reportsMaintain accurate and organized laboratory records in compliance with company and regulatory standards.Project activities:Projects for Existing and New Product LaunchesParticipation in product development teamsInitiate and manage projects in raising brand awareness including working with Universities or External associationsSupport various communication programs in the country such as seminars, workshops and promotion programs.Adapt materials to meet local promotion needs and understanding; improve effectiveness of presentation of technical information to customers.Collaboration:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including technical services, sales, regulatory affairs, quality and marketing, to support product development and launch activities.Drive the collaboration activiteis with the identified parternersParticipate in customer meetings, providing insights on excipient applications and formulation strategiesPrepare for lab audits, work closely with lab team and other interdisciplinary team membersTraining and Mentoring:Provide training and guidance to laboratory interns and laboratory technicians as needed.Identify the areas of improvement and communication to the teamSafety:Foster a culture of safety and compliance within the laboratory environment.Job Skills:Formulation research and developmentInnovationAbility to contribute individually, yet demonstrating team spiritUpdated on recent formulation trendsTechnical presentation skillsGood communication skillsJob Requirements:Minimum master’s degree in pharmacy (Pharmaceutics) / PhD preferredMore than 5 years of formulation experience from the pharmaceutical industry (hands-on experience to develop various pharmaceutical dosage forms) and excipient industry.Prefers to have candidates who has additionally worked on the analytical developmentsDevelopment of Oral solid dosage forms such as Immediate release, Modified release and delayed release formulationsDevelopment of topical and parenteral formulations and experience handling of analytical instruments such as HPLC, UV and dissolution testing will have advantageSound knowledge about technology transfer activities and experience in the scale up/ commercialization of formulationsGood documentation practices, maintenance of lab internal documents, such as SOPs, risk assessment documentsKnowledge in handling technical matters and commercial transactions; knowledge and / or skills in pharmaceutical technology and operations; being familiar with pharma related quality standards (GMP) preferable; ideally, experience in key account managementGood and sound R&D knowledge in Pharmaceutical Industry, product life cycle management and high level of presentation skills