About this role
Lead /Senior Lead Scientist – Performance & Specialty Materials (PSM)
Qualification: M.Sc. in Polymer Chemistry
Experience: 3 to 5 Years
Role Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Scientist to join the Performance & Specialty Materials (PSM) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing laboratory experiments related to polymer synthesis, process development, and scale-up activities while ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and scientific excellence. The role offers an excellent opportunity to work on innovative polymer development projects in a dynamic R&D environment.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Laboratory Operations
- Plan and execute laboratory experiments associated with assigned research and development projects.
- Conduct process R&D activities, including synthesis, optimization, and scale-up of polymers and related materials.
- Support the transfer of processes from laboratory scale to larger-scale operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely availability of resources, materials, and analytical support.
- Deliver project milestones within agreed timelines while meeting quality, technical, and business objectives.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, experimental records, and electronic data systems in compliance with organizational standards.
- Prepare technical summaries, progress updates, and reports for effective internal communication.
Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to all Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHSS) requirements and laboratory best practices.
- Proactively identify, report, and contribute to the resolution of safety concerns within the laboratory.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and data integrity requirements.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Strong understanding of polymer chemistry and organic chemistry principles.
- Good laboratory skills with the ability to independently execute experimental work.
- Strong documentation, data interpretation, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Preferred
- Research experience in an industrial or academic R&D environment, preferably related to polymer synthesis and specialty materials.
- Hands-on experience with polymerization techniques such as RAFT, ATRP, Free Radical Polymerization (FRP), and Ring-Opening Polymerization (ROP).
- Experience in the characterization of polymers and small molecules using analytical techniques.
- Familiarity with scientific literature searches, data analysis, and technical report preparation.
- Exposure to process development and scale-up activities is an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn.
- Strong attention to detail and experimental rigor.
- Effective teamwork and collaboration.
- Time management and ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Location: Bengaluru
Function: Performance & Specialty Materials (PSM)
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge polymer research and process development while building a strong foundation in industrial R&D and scale-up activities.