R&D Executive (Synthesis)

We are looking for a skilled professional with 4 to 10 years of experience to join our team as an R&D (Synthesis) specialist in the agrochemical industry, located in Saykha, Bharuch, Gujarat.

• Understand project requirements and deliverables from supervisors/managers.
• Conduct literature searches using SciFinder, Reaxys, and other search engines.
• Discuss MSDS with supervisors/team members.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks with the help of managers.
• Plan, set up, monitor, and work on chemical reactions independently.
• Monitor progress of reactions using standard methods and analytical techniques such as TLC, GC, HPLC, LCMS, etc.
• Isolate products and optimize reaction conditions for improved yields and output; purify compounds using chromatography, distillation, and crystallization.
• Characterize and identify compounds using UV, IR, NMR, LCMS, and GCMS.
• Ensure parallel execution of multiple reactions conducted by self and the team.
• Scale up R&D developed products to kg scale and then transfer technology to pilot plants.
• Troubleshoot issues for successful execution and discuss research findings and work plans daily with supervisors/managers.
• Document reactions, research findings/observations accurately in lab notebooks to ensure data integrity.
• Participate in project meetings and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for submission to managers.
• Write regular updates, final reports, PDR preparations, and interdepartmental communications.
• Perform regular lab duties including equipment maintenance, chemical inventory management, and lab cleanup.
• Maintain strict IP confidentiality and adhere to all related data privacy policies.

• M.Sc degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in R&D synthesis or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of research and development principles, including HPLC and agrochemicals.
• Experience working in a similar industry is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.