Intern -- CMC (Formulation)

Job Description:

Job Title:  Intern – CMC (Formulation)

Duration: 12 Months (1 year)
Location: Hyderabad
Department: CMC (Formulation)

Reporting To: Lead Scientist - CMC (Formulation)

Stipend: Paid

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics) or related discipline from a reputed institution.

• Strong academic background in pharmaceutics

• Basic knowledge of formulation principles and analytical techniques.

• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH, FDA, EMA) is an advantage.

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and scientific writing.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Position Summary:

The Formulation R&D Intern will support the development of pharmaceutical dosage forms through hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and documentation. This internship is designed to provide comprehensive exposure to formulation science, regulatory requirements, and industrial practices in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Formulation Development:

• Assist in the design and optimization of formulations for various dosage forms including tablets, capsules, suspensions, emulsions.

• Conduct pre-formulation studies such as solubility, pH stability, hygroscopicity, and compatibility testing.

• Participate in excipient selection and formulation trials based on physicochemical properties and target product profile.

Laboratory Work:

• Prepare lab-scale and pilot-scale batches under supervision.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as mixers, granulators, tablet presses, and dissolution testers.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks and batch records.

• Prepare technical reports and summaries of experimental findings.

• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Analytical R&D, Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs.

• Participate in project meetings and contribute to formulation strategy discussions

Location:

Ferring India FHPDC R&D