Manager, Formulation Development

Apotex Inc.

. Prepare master documents for submission batch execution .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBangalore • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Technical Writing and Formulation Development within the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards while maintaining quality and safety in manufacturing processes.

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Technical Writing ExperienceFormulation Development KnowledgeCGMP ComplianceSAP ProficiencyPharmaceutical Manufacturing Processes

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Hard Skills

Technical WritingFormulation DevelopmentCGMP PracticesDocumentation ManagementChange ControlQuality System ImplementationInventory ManagementBatch Record PreparationReport GenerationEquipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Good CommunicationOrganizational CommitmentTeam Support

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSAP

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical TechnologyQuality AssuranceRegulatory ComplianceSafety RequirementsManufacturing Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare master documents for submission batch execution
Prepare master production records and master packing records
Prepare Exhibit Batch Summary Reports, Hold Study Reports, Photostability Reports, Transportation Worthiness Study Reports, Bulk Product Stability Reports, SOPs, and miscellaneous reports
Maintain and update inventory of equipment change parts and accessories
Indent punches, dies, and machine change parts for development and submission batches
Issue logbooks for new equipment, instruments, punches, and dies
Prepare SAP purchase indents for raw and packaging materials
Support subordinates in learning equipment, systems, and processes
Perform work according to regulatory, compliance, and safety requirements
Prepare SOPs, formats, protocols, reports, master formulas, SMM, and SPM for the Formulation Development Laboratory
Maintain and safeguard assigned equipment and company property
Maintain workplace safety and housekeeping practices
Practice and upgrade knowledge of cGMP
Maintain online activity documentation
Carry out activities assigned by the Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist
Produce quality products while following GMP practices and maintaining yields/reducing packaging-material waste
Coordinate with technicians in other areas and obtain cross-training
Receive, check, issue, and dispense raw and packaging materials
Manage Day Stores and Pilot Plant activities, including cGMP, documentation, and departmental quality-system implementation
Generate and maintain records for raw-material and packaging-material receipt, checking, issue, and dispensing
Perform other relevant documentation and change-control duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

University / College degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Technology, or related science preferable B. Pharm/ M Pharm (Pharmaceutics)
Good communication knowledge of English (Speaking, Reading and Writing)
Skills in Microsoft Word and Excel
Working knowledge in SAP
Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and cGMP is desirable
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Technical Writing in the pharmaceutical industry/GMP environment
Overall 6–8 years’ working knowledge of Formulation Development and manufacturing processes in the pharmaceutical industry
Ability to perform activities in compliance with established procedures
Commitment to quality and organizational values
Ability to receive, check, issue, and dispense raw and packaging materials
Knowledge of documentation, change controls, and departmental quality systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of the recruitment process
Welcoming and accessible work environment
Supportive and respectful workplace