Job Title

Research Scientist Ophthalmic

Location: Mumbai

Industry: Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences

Department: Research & Development

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent

Job Summary

We are looking for a Research Scientist Ophthalmic Formulation Development with hands-on experience in developing and optimizing sterile ophthalmic formulations for regulated and ROW markets.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and optimize complex ophthalmic dosage forms including solutions, suspensions, emulsions, gels, preservative-free and multidose products.
Conduct formulation screening, prototype development and support Q1/Q2/Q3 equivalence studies.
Perform pre-formulation, excipient compatibility and container-closure evaluations.
Execute stability studies and investigate formulation/process/stability issues.
Support sterilization, aseptic processing, homogenization and emulsification activities.
Apply QbD, risk assessment and mitigation principles.
Prepare/review protocols, technical reports, PDRs and Technology Transfer documents.
Support laboratory-to-pilot scale-up and Technology Transfer to manufacturing.
Contribute to dossier preparation, specifications,



regulatory responses and nitrosamine risk assessments.
Ensure compliance with ICH, GDP and data integrity requirements.
Collaborate with Analytical Development, Regulatory Affairs, QA and Manufacturing teams.

Candidate Profile
M.Pharm / Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Technology or related discipline.
Relevant experience in ophthalmic formulation development within a pharmaceutical workplace.
Solid knowledge of sterile manufacturing, aseptic techniques and ophthalmic product development.
Experience with regulated markets such as US / EU / UK / ROW is preferred.
Knowledge of QbD, regulatory requirements and product lifecycle management.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation and communication skills.

Key Skills Ophthalmic Formulation Development | Ophthalmology | Sterile Formulation | Eye Care | Formulation Development | QbD | Scale-Up | Technology Transfer | Stability | Aseptic Processing

Interested candidates can share their updated CV along with current CTC, expected CTC, notice period and current location.

📌 Research Scientist R & D/tech Transfer Ophthalmic Mumbai (India)
🏢 Navlakha Management Services
📍 India