Key Responsibilities1. Pre-formulation StudiesCharacterization: Testing the raw API for physical and chemical properties like solubility, pH stability, and melting point.Compatibility: Conducting studies to see if the drug reacts negatively with certain excipients or packaging materials.2. Product Design & OptimizationRecipe Creation: Designing different versions of a drug (prototypes) to find the one with the best stability and bioavailability.DoE (Design of Experiments): Using statistical software to systematically test different ingredient ratios to find the Goldilocks formula.3. Stability & Quality TestingShelf-Life Testing: Placing batches in Stability Chambers to see how they react to extreme heat, humidity, and light over time.Dissolution Profile: Testing how quickly a tablet dissolves in a simulated stomach environment to ensure the drug is released correctly.4. Scale-Up & Technology TransferLab to Factory: Moving a formula that worked in a small beaker to large-scale machines that produce millions of tablets.Troubleshooting: Solving real-world manufacturing issues like tablets sticking to the machine or capsules becoming brittle.