Sr. Executive - Research and Development

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support new product development (NPD) initiatives involving rubber, silicone, and polymer-based medical devices.

• Conduct formulation development, material selection, and validation studies for components used in medical applications.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Marketing to align R&D efforts with business goals.

• Perform experimental design, prototype development, testing, and data analysis to support product development.

• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, FDA, and other regulatory guidelines applicable to medical devices.

• Stay updated with material innovations and emerging technologies relevant to the medical and healthcare industry.

• Troubleshoot and improve existing products and processes to enhance performance, safety, and manufacturability.

• Maintain detailed documentation including technical reports, test protocols, and R&D project records.

• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for sourcing new materials and evaluating their performance.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: B.Tech/M.Tech in Polymer Science, Rubber Technology or related field.

• Experience: 4–7 years of hands-on R&D experience in the medical device industry with a strong focus on rubber, silicone, and polymer materials.

• Sound knowledge of GMP, ISO 13485, and relevant regulatory requirements.

• Experience in material characterization techniques (FTIR, TGA, DSC, Rheology, etc.).

• Familiarity with sterilization methods, biocompatibility testing, and product validation.