Research And Development Manager

Skills Alliance; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company in New Delhi is seeking an experienced R&D Manager to spearhead innovation and product development within their coatings and adhesives portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry and over 10 years of relevant experience, along with proven leadership skills. This strategic role involves managing a small R&D team, driving projects from lab to customer application, and ensuring alignment with industry standards. Opportunities for professional growth abound in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field required.
• 10+ years of experience in coatings or adhesives formulation and development.
• Strong industry experience in automotive and/or packaging applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an R&D team of approximately 5 scientists/engineers.
• Drive new product development and innovation projects from concept to commercialisation.
• Oversee formulation and development of coatings and adhesive technologies.

Skills

Coatings formulation

Adhesives development

Team leadership

Customer engagement

Technical guidance

Education

PhD in Chemistry or a related field

Job description

We are currently supporting a leading chemical manufacturing company in the search for an R&D Manager to lead innovation and product development within their coatings and adhesives portfolio.

This role will be responsible for driving new product development projects from laboratory concept through to customer application, while managing and mentoring a small R&D team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an R&D team of approximately 5 scientists/engineers
• Drive new product development and innovation projects from concept through lab development to commercialisation
• Oversee formulation and development of coatings and adhesive technologies
• Work closely with customers and internal teams to ensure solutions meet automotive and packaging industry requirements
• Provide technical guidance and strategic direction for R&D activities
• Support customer-facing technical discussions and ensure strong collaboration between R&D, production, and commercial teams

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in coatings or adhesives formulation and development
• Strong industry experience within automotive and/or packaging applications
• Proven team leadership or management experience
• Experience leading projects from lab scale through to industrial application and customer support

This is a great opportunity for an experienced coatings professional looking to step into a strategic leadership role within a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.