Research Development Lead

Position Summary:

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Educational Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry (mandatory)
• MSc in

  Organic Chemistry

  ,

  Industrial Chemistry

  , or

  Inorganic Chemistry

Experience:

• 10-14 years

  of relevant industrial R&D experience in chemical or allied industries.
• Proven track record in

  process development, optimization, and technology transfer.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of

  Unit Operations

  in chemical R&D.
• Hands-on experience with

  high-pressure autoclaves, hydrogenation, chlorination, bromination, and moisture-sensitive products.

• Exposure to

  polymer catalysts and polymerization processes.

• Proficiency in

  literature search tools

  (SciFinder, Reaxys, Patents).
• Lead

  new product development

  and process scale-up activities.
• Familiarity with

  audit systems

  (IMS, ISO, Responsible Care).
• Perform and interpret analysis using

  GC, HPLC, DSC, TGA, NMR, IR, AAS

  , etc.
• Ensure compliance with

  safety systems

  (HAZOP, PSSR, MSDS reviews, What-If analysis).
• Guide the team on safe laboratory practices and hazard identification.
• Prepare

  SOPs, technical documents, and project reports.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective team management and leadership qualities
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious mindset
• Ability to collaborate across departments

Why You Should Join Us?

• Be part of an

  innovative R&D team

  that focuses on developing advanced chemical processes and products.
• Opportunity to

  lead projects from lab to plant scale

  , making a tangible impact on the business.
• Collaborative work culture that values

  knowledge sharing, safety, and continuous learning

  .
• Career growth opportunities through

  leadership exposure, cross-functional collaboration, and global project participation

  .
• A company committed to

  sustainability, safety, and responsible chemistry

  .