Chemist R&D Lab

Job Purpose

To support the development, optimization and scale-up of HPMC empty capsule formulations and manufacturing processes, with a focus on product quality, process stability, troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory-scale and pilot-scale R&D trials for HPMC empty capsules.
• Develop, optimize and improve HPMC capsule formulations and manufacturing processes.
• Evaluate existing and new raw materials, polymers, additives and processing aids for capsule manufacturing.
• Plan and execute trials for formulation optimization and process development.
• Investigate and troubleshoot manufacturing defects such as spots, bubbles, pinholes, weight variation, deformation, poor stripping, rough edges and dimensional variation.
• Analyze trial data and prepare conclusions and recommendations for further trials.
• Coordinate with QC, QA and Production for R&D trials, testing, investigations and process improvement.
• Prepare and maintain R&D reports and ensure traceability of experimental work.
• Ensure all R&D activities are performed in accordance with GMP, GLP, safety requirements and company quality procedures.

Desired Skills

• Good understanding of polymer chemistry and formulation principles.
• Ability to design and execute systematic R&D experiments and interpret results.
• Good knowledge of GMP, GLP and pharmaceutical documentation practices.
• Ability to work effectively with QC, QA and Production teams.
• General Knowledge of report-writing and documentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory instruments, viscosity measurement and other relevant analytical techniques.