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Naisarg Pujara

Naisarg Pujara

Brisbane,Australia

Summary

Innovative and detail-oriented R&D and Formulation Manager with over 10 years of experience in product development, regulatory compliance, and commercialization across pharmaceuticals, vaccines, veterinary, and consumer health sectors. Renowned for transforming scientific concepts into successful market-ready products from bench to launch, leveraging expertise in sustainable formulation development and advanced analytical testing techniques, including HPLC, LC-MS, SEM, TEM, VaxArray, and TFF. Proficient in managing multi-disciplinary teams, establishing in-house laboratories, optimizing processes, and scaling up formulations while ensuring adherence to GMP, GLP, APVMA, TGA, and ICH standards. Proven track record of delivering more than 20 successful product launches by driving innovation and aligning R&D efforts with business strategy and market demands through a combination of technical acumen, strategic insight, and collaborative leadership.

Accomplishments

  • Successfully commercialized 20+ human and veterinary pharmaceutical products and supported 75+ R&D formulations from lab to market.
  • Advanced thermostable MAP vaccine programs at Vaxxas from preclinical to clinical stages.
  • Built and managed in-house R&D, QA, and analytical labs, reducing outsourcing costs and improving turnaround.
  • Led formulation and stability programs fully compliant with TGA, GMP, GLP, and ICH standards.
  • Developed liposomal and nanoparticle delivery systems enhancing bioavailability and efficacy.
  • Implemented innovation pipelines aligned with market trends and business growth objectives.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Research & Formulation Manager

Abbey Animal Health Pty Ltd
12.2023 - Current
  • Lead R&D, QA, analytical and production teams to deliver veterinary health products from concept to market.
  • Oversee formulation, stabilization, and scaling of new products, contributing to 20+ successful launches.
  • Established in-house R&D and QA labs, improving compliance, cutting costs, and enhancing analytical capabilities.
  • Ensure adherence to GMP, GLP, CAPA, and regulatory frameworks, supporting APVMA audit readiness.
  • Conduct stability studies, raw material qualification, and process validation for scalable product manufacturing.
  • Implement operational strategies to enhance efficiency and staff training programs for improved team performance.

Formulation Chemist

Abbey Animal Health Pty Ltd
11.2022 - 12.2023
  • Engineered and scaled veterinary and pharmaceutical products, achieving full GMP compliance.
  • Developed and optimized formulations with ICH-compliant stability and compatibility studies.
  • Authored regulatory documentation and supported APVMA submissions for timely market approvals.
  • Collaborated with QA, supply chain, and production teams to troubleshoot and improve product performance.

Pre-clinical Scientist

Vaxxas Pty Ltd
09.2020 - 11.2022
  • Led MAP (microneedle) vaccine delivery programs to enhance thermostability and patient compliance.
  • Conducted GLP and GMP-compliant analytical testing (HPLC, BCA, VaxArray, TFF) and validated assays.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for preclinical and clinical trial readiness.
  • Conducted stability assessments and raw material qualification to ensure supply chain reliability.

Senior Research Technician

UQ Diamantina Institute
02.2019 - 08.2020
  • Formulated liposomal vaccine and drug compositions to improve bioavailability and stability.
  • Conducted ICH-compliant stability studies and QC testing for preclinical research.
  • Optimized cellular assays and molecular protocols for nanomedicine and cancer research.

PhD Researcher

UQ School of Pharmacy
01.2015 - 11.2018
  • Developed nanoparticle-based oral drug delivery systems to enhance solubility and bioavailability.
  • Conducted in vivo pharmacology studies, in vitro assays, and comprehensive nanoparticle characterization.
  • Authored scientific publications, regulatory-aligned reports, and grant documentation.

Education

PhD - Nanotechnology & Nanomedicine

University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia
11.2018

Master of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutics

Gujarat Technological University
Rajkot, India
05.2013

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

Saurashtra University
Rajkot, India
07.2011

Skills

  • Product Innovation & R&D
  • Sustainable Formulation Development
  • Technical Troubleshooting
  • Regulatory & Quality Compliance (GMP/GLP/APVMA/TGA/ICH)
  • Analytical Techniques & Data Accuracy (HPLC, LC-MS, SEM, TEM, VaxArray, TFF)
  • Stability Studies & Technical Documentation
  • Advanced Statistical & Experimental Analysis
  • Marketing & Commercialization Strategy
  • Project & Team Leadership
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
Naisarg Pujara