Polymer Chemist

Craste; Morena; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Crast in India seeks a hands-on Adhesive Formulation Scientist to develop binder systems for engineered composites and translate lab insights into scalable production processes.

You will plan trials, document results, and work with engineering teams to align formulations with application needs while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors/Master's in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or related field.
• Strong lab skills with safe chemical handling and data recording.
• Experience in R&D formulation development, testing, and scale-up is a plus.
• Familiarity with polymers, blends, or composites used in construction/industrial applications.
• Ability to interpret literature and standards; basic stats for analysis.
• Interest in sustainability and circular economy in material development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize adhesive formulations for binder systems used in engineered composites.
• Plan and execute laboratory trials with structured documentation.
• Perform material characterization and translate results into production-scale improvements.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare technical reports.
• Identify gaps in formulation performance and propose data-driven improvements.
• Support scale-up of formulations from lab to production level.
• Maintain lab inventory, storage, and equipment with safety standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to meet application requirements.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Formulation development

Scale-up support

Data recording

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Sustainability

MS Office

Education

B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Tech./M.Tech in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Crast develops high-performance materials from agricultural crop residue through patented manufacturing technology. The product line is carbon negative, formaldehyde-free, and timber-independent - addressing crop burning, indoor air quality, and deforestation simultaneously. Sustainable innovation and industrial-grade performance are core to everything built here. The work extends beyond the factory - directly supporting farmer livelihoods and driving grassroots impact at the source of the supply chain.

Role Description

A hands-on role focused on adhesive formulation development - from lab trials and characterisation through to industrial-scale implementation.

The role bridges laboratory work and real-world application, with the expectation of translating formulation insights into processes that perform at production scale.

• Develop and optimize adhesive formulations for binder systems used in engineered composites
• Plan and execute laboratory trials with structured documentation
• Perform material characterization and translate results into clear, actionable findings
• Maintain detailed records and prepare technical reports
• Identify gaps in formulation performance and propose data-driven improvements
• Support the scale-up of formulations from lab to production level
• Maintain lab inventory, chemical storage, and equipment in accordance with safety and operational standards
• Work closely with the engineering and product teams to align formulation outcomes with application requirements

Qualifications

• B.Sc. / M.Sc. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Strong laboratory skills, including safe handling of chemicals, experimental design, and accurate data recording
• Background in R&D, including formulation development, testing, and scale-up support is an advantage
• Knowledge of polymers, polymer blends, or composite materials, preferably in construction or industrial applications
• Familiarity with test method development, routine testing, and interpretation of results for process improvements
• Familiarity with analytical instrumentation and basic statistical methods for experimental analysis is an advantage
• Ability to interpret technical literature and relevant material standards
• Understanding of scale-up considerations in an industrial context is a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently as well as cross-functionally
• Interest in sustainability, circular economy, and environmentally responsible material development
• Clear documentation habits and working proficiency in MS Office

Applications are considered across all experience levels.