Senior Agricultural Chemist – Nano-Fertilizer Development & Validation

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About the Company

Our organization is a fast-growing Indian multinational startup specializing in advanced agricultural inputs—ranging from microbial formulations to nano-enabled fertilizers. We operate at the interface of chemistry, biotechnology, and agronomy to develop sustainable crop productivity solutions. Our R&D and production teams focus on measurable field performance, regulatory excellence, and global compliance standards to transform the future of agricultural nutrition.

Position Overview:

The Senior Agricultural Chemist will lead the end-to-end development and industrial production of nano-fertilizers and nutrient-based formulations. The role encompasses process optimization, product validation in controlled and field environments, dose optimization, regulatory documentation, and quality compliance. The position offers a leadership opportunity in a multidisciplinary and innovation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development, scale-up, and formulation of nano-fertilizer and specialty nutrient products for agricultural applications.
• Design and supervise industrial production processes, ensuring consistency in physicochemical properties and nutrient release.
• Conduct dose optimization studies and functional validation through plant and soil application trials under greenhouse and microcosm setups.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for formulation, testing, and production activities.
• Ensure rigorous regulatory compliance with Indian and international standards for fertilizer and nano-material products.
• Collaborate with QA/QC, R&D, and production teams for process integration and product quality assurance.
• Prepare and maintain technical dossiers, process documentation, and regulatory submissions for product registration.
• Participate in client interaction, handling custom product requests and job card–based manufacturing processes.
• Contribute to technology transfer activities and formulation improvement programs for commercialization.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum five (5) years of relevant industry experience in nano-fertilizer or nutrient formulation, manufacturing, and agricultural validation.
• Proven expertise in chemical synthesis, nano-particle characterization, product formulation, and performance optimization.
• Experience in greenhouse and field validation studies for functional efficiency and agronomic benefits.
• Strong working knowledge of fertilizer regulation frameworks, product registration protocols, and documentation GxP standards.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement SOPs for production, testing, and scale-up operations.
• Educational Qualification: M.Sc./Ph.D. in Agricultural Chemistry, Nano-Technology, Soil Science, or related field.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities for agronomic and chemical performance testing.
• Excellent command over formulation chemistry and nano-material handling protocols.
• Proficiency in laboratory instrumentation and process scale-up techniques.
• Effective communication and collaboration ability in cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability to dynamic startup conditions with innovative problem-solving mindset.

Compensation and Benefits:

An attractive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications, including growth opportunities and exposure to international R&D collaborations.

Application Process

Qualified professionals may submit their CV along with a short cover letter highlighting relevant expertise to [Insert Contact Email/HR Portal] with the subject line “Application – Senior Agricultural Chemist (Nano-Fertilizer R&D, Gwalior)”