Chemist, Sr (Polymer)

Behr Paint Company; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

BEHR PAINT COMPANY in Maharashtra, India is seeking a Senior Chemist for its Research and Development team. The role involves research in emulsion polymers and additives, designing new emulsion polymers, developing water‑based additives, and formulating paints to meet market needs.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemistry with a Polymer or Organic background and 0–2 years of academic Post Doc experience. Strong lab skills, knowledge of safety guidelines, and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry with Polymer/Organic background.
• Academic Post Doc experience 0-2 years.
• Knowledge of polymer resins synthesis and surfactants.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and applied research in emulsion polymers and additives.
• Design and develop new emulsion polymers.
• Develop water based additives and test performance in paint.
• Formulate paint and develop product as per need of market.
• Prepare, test, and compare experimental samples.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Organic synthesis

Analytical

Lab skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry (Polymer/Organic background)

Job description

• Conduct basic and applied research in emulsion polymers and additives.
• Design and develop new emulsion polymers.
• Develop water based additive and test the same for performance in paint.
• Formulate paint and develop product as per need of market.
• Prepare, test, and compare experimental samples.

JOB TITLE: Senior Chemist

DEPARTMENT: Research and Development

SUPERVISOR'S JOB TITLE: Section Manager

JOB SCOPE/ SUMMARY

• Conduct basic and applied research in emulsion polymers and additives.
• Design and develop new emulsion polymers.
• Develop water based additive and test the same for performance in paint.
• Formulate paint and develop product as per need of market.
• Prepare, test, and compare experimental samples.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow lab safety guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to develop, improve and customize emulsion polymers/ additive/ paint formulation.
• Literature survey and understanding latest developments in emulsion polymers/ additive/ paint formulation.
• Knowledge of patents / search engine.
• Expect high level of self motivation and excellent communication skills.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / TRAINING

Educational attainment is equivalent to PhD (Chemistry with either background of Polymer/ Organic). Academic Post Doc experience 0-2 Years.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES RECOMMENDED FOR POSITION

Polymer

Knowledge of basic lab skills.

Knowledge of chemical lab safety guidelines and regulations.

Knowledge of polymer resins synthesis, components (Monomer & Surfactants) and crosslinkers.

Preference will be given to candidates with polymer synthesis experience.

Organic

Knowledge of Organic Synthesis.

Analytical

Understanding of analytical instruments utilized to characterize polymers.

Company: Behr Paint Company

Full time

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We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

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