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Research ScientistWe are seeking a dynamic R&D; professional to drive end-to-end formulation development and New Product Development (NPD) in the personal care/FMCG space. The role focuses on delivering innovative, cost-effective, and scalable formulations across multiple formats with a strong emphasis on rapid-track development and First-Time-Right (FTR) commercialization. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate consumer insights and business requirements into high-quality, market-ready products, while ensuring speed, robustness, and regulatory compliance.
Independently lead end-to-end formulation development and process design for personal care products across formats (creams, lotions, gels, deodorants, body oils, cleansing)
Drive fast-track NPD ensuring OTIF timelines and First-Time-Right (FTR) commercialization
Translate marketing concepts and consumer insights into technically feasible, cost-effective, and scalable formulations
Manage multiple projects simultaneously,



ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment
Perform technical scoping including literature review, benchmarking, ingredient selection, and formulation strategy
Apply DoE and scientific approaches to optimize formulations for performance, stability, manufacturability, and cost efficiency
Conduct trend mapping and competitive intelligence to drive innovation and differentiation
Identify opportunities and drive innovation, cost optimization, and sustainability initiatives
Execute formulation trials, stability studies, and product evaluations considering performance, cost, packaging, regulatory, and safety requirements
Lead pilot batches, scale-up, and technology transfer in collaboration with manufacturing and supply chain teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, QA, Analytical, Regulatory, Procurement, Supply Chain) and manage external stakeholders (vendors, third-party manufacturers, labs)
Ensure compliance

📌 Research Scientist (Mumbai)
🏢 PIRAMAL PHARMA
📍 Mumbai