R&D Head

Website: www.chemcointernationalgroup.com

Research & Development Head – Specialty & Fine Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals

Research & Development Operations

• Oversee R&D laboratory operations involving synthesis, process development, scale-up, and analytical activities for pharma and specialty/fine chemicals.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory guidelines such as APIC, GMP, GLP, ISO, and industry-specific requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and train R&D staff to strengthen capabilities across organic synthesis, process development, and analytical research.
• Manage advanced R&D instrumentation, including:
• Reaction optimization equipment (lab and kilo scale reactors)
• Analytical tools (HPLC, GC, NMR, Mass Spectrometry)
• Other specialized instruments relevant to NPD and scale-up

New Product Development & Innovation

• Lead ideation, design, and execution of new product development (NPD) projects from concept through pilot scale.
• Conduct and oversee patent landscaping, FTO (Freedom to Operate) analysis, and literature/patent searches to ensure IP compliance.
• Guide manufacturing development, technology scouting, and process optimization for new and existing APIs, intermediates, and specialty chemicals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QC, Regulatory, Operations, Marketing) to support commercialization of new products.

Process Development and Scale-up

• Design, optimize, and validate robust, scalable processes for targeted molecules.
• Ensure efficient and safe transfer of processes from R&D to pilot and production scale.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during process scale-up and technology transfer.

Analytical Method Development

• Collaborate with QC and analytical teams on method development, validation, and transfer for new products and intermediates.
• Support analytical troubleshooting and data interpretation for R&D projects.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all R&D activities: method development, process reports, patent search summaries, scale-up protocols.
• Ensure all work meets applicable regulatory, safety, and environmental guidelines (GMP, ISO, ICH, etc.).
• Interface with QA/QC and Regulatory teams to ensure approval-readiness and compliance.

Continuous Improvement and Cost Reduction

• Identify and implement improvements in R&D processes, technology, and workflow for enhanced productivity and reduced costs.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and scientific excellence.

Requirements:

• PhD or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' R&D experience in the pharmaceutical or specialty chemical industry, including substantial leadership/people management.
• Proven track record in patent research, new product/process development, and successful pilot scale-up and tech transfer.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory and quality standards (GMP, ISO, ICH, etc.).
• In-depth experience with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, NMR, MS) and process equipment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, project management, and leadership abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with a collaborative, hands-on working style.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Palghar, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Experience:

• QC: 5 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Palghar, Maharashtra (Required)

Work Location: In person