Junior Research Scientist CDMO

Scimplify; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Scimplify, located in Hyderabad, is seeking a highly motivated Junior Research Scientist with expertise in organic synthesis and process R&D. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in executing laboratory experiments and optimizing chemical processes.

This role involves handling multi-step synthesis, analyzing reactions using various analytical techniques, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support technology transfer initiatives. Candidates should preferably hold an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or an M.Pharm in Medicinal Chemistry.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in Organic Synthesis/Process R&D/Custom Synthesis.
• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or similar.
• Familiarity with GMP/GLP practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute multi-step organic synthesis for customer projects.
• Perform reaction optimization and process development.
• Develop scalable and cost-effective synthetic routes.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Organic Synthesis

Process R&D

Analytical Techniques

Collaboration

Education

M.Sc. Organic Chemistry

M.Pharm (Medicinal Chemistry)

Tools

HPLC

GC

TLC

LC-MS

NMR

Job description

About Us

Scimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company offering a full-stack solution—from R&D and custom synthesis to large-scale manufacturing and doorstep delivery. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, we serve multiple industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals and industrial chemicals to personal care and fragrances. We enable 500+ businesses across 20+ countries to develop and scale innovative chemicals from lab to commercial production. We have raised over $54 million from top tier investors such as Accel and Bertelsmann. We are a team of 450+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia.

Role Summary

We are looking for a highly motivated Junior Research Scientist with 2–4 years of experience in organic synthesis and process R&D. The candidate will be responsible for executing laboratory experiments, developing synthetic routes, optimizing chemical processes, and supporting technology transfer for custom synthesis projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute multi-step organic synthesis for customer projects.
• Perform route scouting, reaction optimization, impurity profiling, and process development.
• Develop scalable and cost-effective synthetic routes.
• Handle reactions from milligram to kilogram scale.
• Analyze reaction progress using HPLC, GC, TLC, LC-MS, NMR, and other analytical techniques.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks (ELN/LNB) and prepare technical reports.
• Conduct literature searches using SciFinder, Reaxys, patents, and scientific journals.
• Support technology transfer and scale-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, GMP/GLP practices, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Process Engineering, Analytical, Procurement, and Manufacturing.

Eligibility

• Experience: 2–4 years in Organic Synthesis / Process R&D / Custom Synthesis
• Qualification: M.Sc. Organic Chemistry (Preferred) / M.Pharm (Medicinal Chemistry)
• Location: Hyderabad - Touchstone