Manager - Formulation (Product Development)

JU Agri Sciences Pvt. Ltd.; Bulandshahr; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

JU Agri Sciences Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a Manager R&D (Formulation) with 8–12 years of experience in Indian R&D to lead design, development, scale-up, tech-transfer, and regulatory optimization of crop protection formulations. The role covers solo and innovative formulations across EC, SC, WP, WG, SE, EW, CS, ZC, SL, WS, ES, FS and related agro formulations.

The candidate should hold an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Chemistry or Agro-Chemistry with a strong formulation background and be prepared to supervise

Qualifications

• Deep practical knowledge of agrochemical adjuvants, surfactants, wetting/dispersing agents, and rheology modifiers.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to manage projects across teams.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and collaboration with QA, QC, procurement, and SCM.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end formulation development for agrochemical products (solo and combinations).
• Conduct literature surveys, patent searches, and feasibility studies for new and generic formulations.
• Perform pre-formulation compatibility, physical-chemical characterization, and stability studies.
• Lead scale-up and tech transfer activities from lab to pilot to plant, and support regulatory filings.

Skills

Formulation expertise

Problem solving

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Education

M.Sc./Ph.D. in Chemistry/Agri-Chemistry

Job description

Manager - Formulation/Product Development - Agrochemical

A Manager Formulation / Product Development (Agrochemical) with 8-12 years of experience in Indian R&D in design, development, scale-up, tech-transfer and regulatory optimization of crop protection products (solo and combination products as EC, SC, WP, WG, SE, EW, CS, ZC, SL, WS, ES, FS and other agro formulations).

Job Overview

• Role Title: Manager R&D (Formulation)


• Experience Level: 8 – 12 years


• Qualification: M.Sc. / Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Agri-Chemistry with strong formulation background.


• Industry: Agrochemicals, Pesticides, Crop Protection & Crop Nutrition based Formulation Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Formulation Design & Innovation

• Drive the end-to-end development of new agrochemical formulations: solo and innovative combinations (e.g., EC, SC, WP, WG, SE, EW, CS, ZC, SL, WS, ES, FS and other agro formulations).


• Conduct literature surveys, patent searches, and feasibility/development/optimization studies for new/novel and generic formulations.


• Perform pre-formulation compatibility, physical-chemical characterization, and accelerated/long-term stability studies.

2. Process Scale-Up & Technology Transfer

• Drive lab-to-pilot and pilot-to-plant scale-up validations in collaboration with manufacturing sites.


• Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Product Recipes.


• Troubleshoot plant-floor and production scale-up issues during exhibit or commercial batches.

3. Regulatory & CIBRC Support

• Coordinate with Regulatory Affairs to build technical data packages for Central Insecticides Board & Registration Committee (CIBRC) filings and compliance.

4. Cross-Functional & Team Leadership

• Lead and supervise junior R&D chemists and formulation scientists.


• Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Procurement/Vendor Development, and Supply Chain Management (SCM).


• Maintain laboratory safety, GLP (Good Laboratory Practices), chemical inventories, and strict IP confidentiality.

Key Requirements & Competencies

• Technical Skills: Deep practical knowledge of agrochemical adjuvants, surfactants, wetting/dispersing agents, and rheology modifiers.


• Regulatory Awareness: Familiarity with CIBRC guidelines, OECD standards, and safety data sheet (SDS) preparation.


• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving mindset, project management capabilities, and cross-functional communication