FORMULATION DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate the introduction of Formulation Development products by doing due diligence, gap assessment (Gap Analysis) and perform and review all risks associated with introduction of new products at Qcil
• Carry out Formulation Development trials, feasibility batches & associated activities on introduced products until successful development of the product which can then be transferred to Technology Transfer team for full scale manufacturing
• Co-ordinate with relevant sections for effective project planning, execution, project review to enable smooth operation of documentation and Formulation Development activities for new products
• Prepare all the necessary documentation including Formulation Development protocols and reports, annex for Critical Process parameters to be demonstrated, Master Batch Records, SOPs, Equipment Qualification Documents, Equipment Equivalence Documents, Change Requests, etc
• Develop and pack formulation batches as per the applicable SOPs and approve development process to ensure successful execution of Formulation Development
• Manage the requisitions, inventory of spares, tooling, consumables related to Formulation Development through close collaboration with OEM, Engineering, and Supply Chain departments ensuring all-year round availability through stock/inventory management
• Prepare, and review all QMS, Audits, investigations, Corrective Action and Preventative Action (CAPA), effectiveness, compliance, reviews in regulatory requirements in relation to operations within the Formulation Development section that enable timely support and response to all CFT requirements
• Compile Analytical Development reports with the Formulation Development Pharmacist for submission to Regulatory Affairs Department
• Work with Technology Transfer team in successful product execution
• Any other job responsibility/ assignment given by Supervisor/ Manager deemed fit within your jurisdiction

Qualifications and Experience Required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science or any other related field
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing plant
• Familiar with pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines, such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and International Council for Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
• Certification in Quality Management or Quality Assurance is an added advantage
• Good teamwork, interpersonal skills and adherence to Quality Management Systems
• Self-starter, flexible and able to work well under pressure at work
• Proficiency in Excel and its basic formulae, and in PowerPoint presentations
• Familiar with the various analytical tools like the Pareto Chart, Waterfall, Pie Charts, Bar Charts and Line Charts
• Be observant, creative and innovative in line with the business needs
• Able to work Shifts program as per business needs

How to Apply

Applicants with the above requirements can post their applications, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications, contact details for three (03) professional referees and a day-time telephone number to: Sr. Human Resources Business Partner  Email: recruitment@qcil.com

Deadline for receiving applications: Wednesday 08^th October 2025

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Qcil is an equal opportunity employer and therefore lobbying for the above position will lead to automatic disqualification.

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