Senior Manager

About the Company

Kusumgar Private Ltd | Technical Textiles for Defense, Aerospace, Automotive & Outdoor Applications

About the Role

We are seeking two exceptional PhD scientists to drive innovation in our R&D team. In Scientist cadre, you'll lead research in advanced materials, polymer formulations, and new materials for coating and lamination technologies that translate into commercially viable technical textile products for critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent research projects in polymer/ technical textiles materials development
• Develop innovative solutions using advanced materials in textiles/ polymers/ coating/ lamination
• Drive patent filings and publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Collaborate with production teams to scale up lab innovations till manufacturing
• Work with customers and business teams to co-develop application-specific solutions
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to building innovation culture

Qualifications

• PhD in Applied Chemistry, Polymer Science, Polymer Technology, or Materials Science
• Minimum 5 years post-doctoral research experience in polymer chemistry/ Textile chemistry/ coating/ lamination
• Proven track record of translating research into practical applications

Required Skills

• Deep knowledge of polymer synthesis, modification, and characterization
• Proficiency in analytical techniques (FTIR, NMR, DSC, TGA, SEM, XRD) and must be able to interpret the results
• Experience with fiber science and textile chemistry (preferred)
• Familiarity with defense, aerospace, automotive, or industrial textile applications (highly preferred)

Preferred Skills

• 5-8+ publications in peer-reviewed journals as primary/co-author
• Patent applications or grants (preferred)
• Conference presentations at national/international forums

Pay range and compensation package

Compensation: As per Industary Standard - No Bar for right candidate

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.