R&D Associate - Organic Chemistry

About

Atomgrid is on a mission to revolutionize the global specialty chemicals industry. We are creating a new-age, asset-light, R&D-driven brand that combines pioneering process innovation, market intelligence, and reliable contract manufacturing.

We operate across sectors like Agrochemicals, Surfactants & Emulsifiers, Flavours & Fragrances, and Pharmaceuticals. Our growing team of scientists, technology engineers, and project managers is committed to delivering world-class solutions - on time, at the right price, and with unmatched quality. 

We are founded by IIT & IIM alumni and backed by marquee VCs in India.

Read more here. - https://entrackr.com/2024/05/atomgrid-raises-rs-10-cr-in-seed-round-led-by-merak-ventures/

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Job Overview

Were looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented R&D Associate with a strong foundation in Organic or General Chemistry to join our team. In this role, youll work on process development, optimization, and scale-up of organic molecules. You’ll collaborate closely with our R&D and process teams to translate lab-scale reactions into scalable manufacturing processes. This role is ideal for someone passionate about chemistry, problem-solving, and building a strong career in industrial research.

Key Requirements

- B. Sc/ M.Sc in Organic Chemistry

- 2–5 years work experience in R&D or Process Development

- Relevant Industry Background

Skills and Responsibilities

• Experience in process development, optimization, validation, and scale-up from lab to pilot scale.
• Hands-on with air and moisture-sensitive reactions and chemicals.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple reactions in parallel.
• Skilled in isolation and purification techniques — distillation, crystallization, chromatography, etc.
• Strong understanding of reaction mechanisms and process impurities.
• Proficient in analytical data interpretation using NMR, Mass, HPLC, GC, etc.
• Good command of literature search tools such as SciFinder and Reaxys.
• Ability to document experiments, observations, and results accurately in lab notebooks and technical reports.
• Strict adherence to IP confidentiality and laboratory safety protocols.
• Proactive in identifying and mitigating potential safety risks.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a fast-growing, innovation-driven organization redefining the Agrochemicals and Specialty Chemicals space.
• Be part of a collaborative R&D team working on cutting-edge process development and scale-up projects.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced scientists and industry leaders.
• A role that offers end-to-end ownership — from lab bench to pilot plant.
• Ideal for those looking to build a long-term career in industrial R&D with a focus on chemistry and process innovation.