Ayurvedic Formulator Lead

TheraYog is a wellness company deeply committed to excellence in holistic health, integrating traditional yoga, Ayurveda, and compassionate care. Through online yoga classes, doctor and diet consultations, and curated wellness experiences, we bring ancient wisdom into modern lives with ease and integrity.

We are looking for a scientific, innovative, and Ayurveda-rooted Formulation Head to lead product creation for VedicMum and support therapeutic formulation innovation at TheraYog.

This role owns end-to-end formulation development — from concept, classical reference, ingredient selection, trial batches, vendor communication, safety validation, to final product release.

You will be the core Ayurvedic brain behind all herbal powders, teas, laddoos, syrups, tonics, and upgraded classical formulations.

Key ResponsibilitiesA. Research & Formulation Development (Ayurvedic + Food Science)

• Create complete formulation blueprint for all new products.
• Select herbs, ratios, dosages, actives & potency targets.
• Ensure formulations align with AYUSH, FSSAI, and global quality standards.
• Use classical Ayurveda texts + modern science for justification.
• Develop prototype batches, stability trials, sensory tests.
• Create/modify classical Ayurvedic medicines for TheraYog programs.
• Provide technical support for teas, powders, ladoos, seed mixes, snacks, blends, syrups, oils & more.

B. Technical Leadership

• Translate formulation specifications to manufacturing vendors.
• Approve raw materials, COAs, biomarker potency (e.g., withanolides %).
• Review and challenge vendor R&D suggestions.
• Troubleshoot taste, texture, stability, shelf-life, solubility issues.
• Conduct periodic audits of manufacturing partners.

C. Product Strategy & Innovation

• Plan yearly SKU pipeline for women's health, prenatal, postnatal care, and general wellness.
• Conduct competitive research & trend analysis.
• Optimize formulations for better efficacy & cost efficiency.
• Identify new ingredients, scientific advancements, and emerging market demands.

D. Medical & Safety Oversight

• Ensure safety ranges for herbs, minerals & additives.
• Document contraindications & dosage guidelines.
• Validate consumer feedback for product improvements.
• Approve final formulations before mass production.

Preferred Qualifications

• BAMS (Senior) with strong classical text grounding

OR MSc/PhD Ayurveda/Nutraceuticals/Food Science

• Experience in consumer product formulation (mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of Charaka, Sushruta, Ashtanga, Bhaishajya Ratnavali
• Understanding of FSSAI, AYUSH, GMP
• Experience working with third-party manufacturers

Key Competencies

• Deep Ayurvedic knowledge
• Strong scientific reasoning
• Creativity in formulation
• Detail orientation
• Vendor communication
• Problem-solving for stability & sensory issues
• Ownership mindset

Location : Noida Sector 65

Experience 5-12 Years

Payout : 6-8 LPA

Skills Required
Food Science