Qarshi Industries (Pvt.) Ltd., a leading Pakistani FMCG company specializing in herbal and natural medicines, food, and beverages, is seeking a qualified Pharm-D professional for the position of Assistant Manager – New Product Development based in Lahore. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the company’s Vision 2040 roadmap by driving innovation and product excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical sciences, experience in the pharmaceutical or FMCG sectors, and a solid understanding of DRAP and other regulatory requirements. The position involves a blend of new product development, scientific literature review, regulatory documentation, packaging content creation, product-support materials, and product trials, aimed at supporting both domestic and international markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and compile scientific literature and supporting data for products, ensuring alignment with national and international regulatory standards.
- Review and interpret published research articles, clinical trial data, and scientific literature to support product claims and regulatory submissions.
- Prepare regulatory documentation in compliance with DRAP (Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan) and other relevant authorities, including product registration and labeling requirements.
- Create and modify product text for packaging, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Enhance educational materials such as product booklets and patient-care content by translating complex scientific information into accessible language.
- Conduct and support various product trials including in-house, outdoor, and consumer testing activities to evaluate product performance and consumer feedback.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with regulatory, marketing, and R&D teams to ensure product compliance and successful market introduction.
Required Qualifications
- Pharm-D (Doctor of Pharmacy) degree, reflecting the scientific and regulatory nature of the role.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical or FMCG industries, particularly in areas related to new product development, regulatory affairs, pharmaceutical research, or scientific content development.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DRAP regulations and experience with regulatory documentation, product claims, labeling, and compliance.
- Strong skills in scientific literature review, clinical data evaluation, and research interpretation.
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to develop clear and precise scientific and medical content.
- Attention to detail and analytical thinking to manage complex regulatory and product information.
- Experience with product packaging, labeling content, and product trials is highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Background in new product development, medical/scientific affairs, or R&D within Pharma or FMCG sectors.
- Familiarity with cross-functional coordination and regulatory submission processes.
- Candidates with experience in product evaluation, clinical trial support, and consumer testing will find this role particularly relevant.
- Opportunity to advance career beyond traditional pharmacy practice into product innovation, regulatory affairs, and FMCG pharmaceutical development.
- Work in a dynamic environment focused on quality, innovation, and sustainable growth aligned with Qarshi’s Vision 2040 roadmap.
The position is based in Lahore, Pakistan, and candidates should be prepared to work from this location. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their updated CVs highlighting their Pharm-D qualification, relevant experience in pharmaceutical or FMCG sectors, regulatory knowledge, and involvement in product development projects. The application deadline is 3 October 2026. This role is ideal for Pharm-D graduates seeking to leverage their scientific expertise in a fast-paced product development environment within a reputable FMCG company.