Tech Lead

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Technical Lead in the Oral Solids Formulation Research & Development Department. This role encompasses new product ideation, successful product introduction, formulation & process development, technology transfer, and securing product approvals and launches. Working collaboratively with various cross-functional departments, including Portfolio, Business & Marketing, Supply Chain, Analytical Research & Development, IPR, Regulatory, Clinical & BE teams, is essential for successful product development within established timelines, ensuring timely product filings, approvals and launches, and thereby bolstering organization’s initiatives to promote innovation.

This role emphasizes enhancing scientific capabilities and developing a pipeline of high-value products for markets in the US, Europe, Canada, Japan, and other emerging regions. It involves leading a team of research scientists dedicated to the formulation development of Oral Solid and Liquid Dosage Forms. Responsibilities include overseeing formulation design, pre-formulation studies, stability testing, scale-up, and technology transfer processes. The team will primarily focus on soft gelatin capsule technology-based products for global markets. The ideal candidate is someone currently overseeing a team of research scientists in a similar capacity.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead the assigned OSD formulation development team to create a unique and valuable product portfolio. Responsible for setting goals for oneself and team members in line with the organization's objectives and facilitating skill development within the team.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction to define the project scope, finalize development strategies, and manage the entire process from product introduction to launch. Ensure a seamless transition from product selection to development and facilitate effective communication between cross-functional teams for successful project management. Implement strategies for high-quality product development through innovative dosage form design. Stay informed on trends in new product ideation, technology-driven innovations, and unmet medical needs. Utilize digital tools in product development and data analysis. Oversee the development of oral solid dosage forms like tablets and capsules, including pre-formulation studies, formulation design, stability testing, scale-up & technology transfer processes to create robust and bioequivalent products. Must be proficient in understanding the chemical and physical properties of APIs and excipients concerning formulation and drug delivery, as well as familiar with analytical methods and instruments to characterize APIs and dosage forms. Collaborate with various cross functional teams such as Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Occupational Safety for smooth and effective product execution at the site. Should have experience in developing simple and complex solid oral dosage forms like Osmotic Drug Delivery Systems, Extended Release & Delayed Release matrix and pellets based dosage forms, Spray Dried & Hot Melt Extrusion ASD based products, Extrusion-Spheronization based products, Tab-in-Tab press coated technology based dosage forms, Suspension / Powder layering technology based dosage forms, SMEDDS based dosage forms and Suspension / Solution filled soft gelatin capsules. Product development should be carried out as per principles of Quality by Design, Quality Risk Management and apply statistical design of experiments wherever applicable.

• Product Management: Evaluate product and process complexity, innovation potential, and development challenges, defining the product strategy in line with company goals. Conduct thorough literature reviews to gather relevant scientific data. Facilitate the application process for obtaining import licenses for reference products, BE NOC's, and manufacturing site licenses. Develop and optimize formulations for immediate and modified-release oral solid dosage forms. Ensure logistical readiness for smooth product execution and technology transfer. Coordinate with API manufacturers, CROs, and CMOs. Work with the Global IP team to examine IP constraints, review patent summaries, and propose non-infringement strategies for formulation design. Collaborate with the Regulatory team to address submission requirements, conduct gap analyses, and ensure submission quality. Perform detailed risk assessments and work with cross-functional teams to mitigate potential risks. Proficiently draft high-quality technical and regulatory documents. Address regulatory agency queries within deadlines to obtain timely product approvals. 
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure product development operations adhere to organizational safety norms, following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and strictly following mandatory compliance practices enforced

Educational qualification: Ph.D. / MS or M.Pharm Pharmaceutics 

Minimum work experience: M.Pharm with 14 - 20 years of experience in Generic Formulation Research and Development (or) Ph.D. with 10 to 16 years of experience

Skills & attributes:  

• Should exhibit situational leadership, have excellent communication, interpersonal & project management skills.
• Effective planning and high level of performance orientation.
• Strong strategic thinking, attention to details, perseverance, analytical and trouble shooting abilities.
• Good at networking, collaborating, influencing & be assertive.
• Strong in building & leveraging relationship to facilitate organizational objectives 

Behavioral Skills 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective planning and high level of performance orientation.
• Strong Strategic thinking ability, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good at networking, well developed influencing & assertiveness skills
• Strong in Building & leveraging Relationship, a strong influencer. 

About the Department

Integrated Product Development Organisation                                         

We integrate our deep science capabilities and cutting-edge technology to develop innovative, accessible and affordable therapies for patients worldwide. We are a science-driven, innovation-focused pharmaceutical company committed to accelerating access to healthcare solutions to patients around the world. We have End to end capabilities in API, Formulations, Clinical, Intellectual Property and Regulatory Affairs. We are serving 55+ markets including USA, Canada, Europe, China, LATAM, ASEAN and all Emerging Markets with innovative and generic products ranging from Active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), Oral formulations, Parenteral (Injectables, Opthalmics) & Other dosages
Our product development efforts drive a portfolio of more than 1,000 products Enabled by our robust R&D team consisting of more 200 scientists and functional experts and more than 150 doctorates, we have filed 1,071 patents and also published over 1,000 papers for peer review over the years.

Benefits Offered
At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture
Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.
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