Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented

Formulation Chemist

to join our R&D team working on

peptide-based generic therapeutics

. You will play a hands-on role in

formulating injectable and oral dosage forms

of drugs like

semaglutide

, helping build India's first dedicated GLP-1 peptide development platform.

You will be responsible for

lab setup

,

formulation trials

,

process documentation

, and

quality characterization

, supporting our mission to bring affordable peptide drugs to market.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize

formulations of injectable and oral peptide drugs

(e.g., semaglutide) Prepare small-scale batches for

sterility, stability, and performance testing

Support setup of R&D

lab infrastructure

: glassware, balances, mixers, lyophilizer, LAF Perform

solution preparation, filtration, lyophilization, tablet granulation

(if applicable) Operate and calibrate analytical instruments (e.g.,

HPLC, UV, pH meter

) Draft and maintain

batch records, SOPs, and formulation protocols

Conduct

excipient compatibility and stability studies

Collaborate with regulatory and QA team to ensure

GMP-aligned documentation

Requirements

M.Pharm / M.Sc in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field 3-7 years of experience in

formulation development

, preferably

injectables or peptides

Experience working in a

GMP / R&D formulation lab

Familiarity with

peptide handling

, cold-chain materials, and aseptic technique is a plus Strong skills in

scientific documentation

, attention to detail, and lab safety

Bonus Skills (Preferred but not required)

Experience with

semaglutide, insulin, GLP-1s, or biologics

Hands-on work with

lyophilization or LAF benches

Exposure to

analytical method validation

or working with QA teams
What We Offer

Opportunity to work at the forefront of

next-gen peptide generics

Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment Competitive compensation + performance-based incentives Growth path into

Tech Lead or Formulation Head

as we scale
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?8,088.46 - ?35,896.05 per month

Benefits:

Food provided
Schedule:

Fixed shift
Supplemental Pay:

* Performance bonus