Research Assistant - Special Technologies

PI Industries Ltd.; Rajasthan; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

PI Industries Ltd. seeks a Research Assistant – Special Technologies to drive development of assigned projects under safety and environmental rules.

Responsibilities include literature surveys, bench-scale trials, SOP prep, documentation, and demos to the PD team for technology transfer, with a path towards KL and pilot plant support. The role targets candidates with a Master/Doctorate in Organic Chemistry and 0–6 years of relevant industrial exposure, especially in Flow Chemistry and related

Qualifications

• Master/Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from a reputed University / Institute.
• 0-6 years Industrial Experience.
• Experience in Flow Chemistry/Technology.
• Practical Experience with Flow reactors (Static and Dynamic).
• Documentation, report writing and familiar with MS Office suite.
• Data Management and analytical data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Development of processes using flow chemistry (Micro /Meso–reactors).
• Mapping suitable reactor & pumps for development of process in Flow Technology.
• Finding equipment for downstream operation for continuous manufacturing.
• Generate data for scale-up studies using DOE.
• Ensure seamless scale-up of processes with Process Chemist team.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities in projects at commercial scale using flow technology.
• Drive optimal utilization of resources and coordinate within the team.
• Participate in problem solving and training programs.

Skills

Flow technology

Process development

Data interpretation

Documentation

MS Office

Education

Master/Doctorate in Organic Chemistry

Tools

Flow reactors

Pumps

MS Office

Job description

Career Opportunities: Research Assistant - Special Technologies (11071)

Research Assistant – Special Technologies

Level:

A2-A3

Reporting to (Title):

Position Purpose

The position will be responsible for development of assigned project within given timeframe as per safety and environmental rules. This includes thorough literature survey, bench scale trials, preparation of SOPs, necessary documentation. This would also include Demo of developed chemical process to PD team, support in KL, pilot plant and commercial plant for successful technology transfer.

Strategic Responsibilities

• To understand the objective of project / chemistry / MSDS
• Search the additional literature as required.
• Inputs in planning of experiments/ glassware/ raw materials/ analysis
• To ensure proper maintenance of lab equipment.
• Proper house- keeping and use of PPE’s.
• Use relevant MSDS for safe handling and disposals of toxic chemicals

Operational Responsibilities

• Development of processes using flow chemistry (Micro /Meso–reactors).
• Mapping the suitable reactor & pumps for development of process in Flow Technology
• Finding out suitable equipment for downstream operation for continuous manufacturing.
• To generate data for carrying out scale-up study using Design of Experiment mechanism
• To ensure seamless efficient scale-up of the process developed by working closely with Process Chemist team.
• To identify the cost reduction opportunities in the projects already running at commercial scale using flow technology.
• Drive optimum utilization of all available resources
• Actively participate in problem solving sessions/ training programs and drive coordination and communication within the team
• Ensure on time delivery of assigned project in terms of:
  • On time delivery with target yield and quality.
  • Waste minimization
  • Smooth scale-up up to KL/PP
  • Ensuring the safety & house keeping
• Inspire & motivate employees through demonstrated commitment to PI’s values, vision & mission and exemplifying effective leadership, initiative and persistence needed to accomplish goals and objectives
• Drive collaboration and cross-functional networking for the entire team

People Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of knowledge sharing within the Team
• Maintain healthy working relationships with the related teams and departments.

Education Qualification

Master/Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from a reputed University / Institute

Work Experience

0-6 years Industrial Experience.

Industry to be Hired from

• Experience in Flow Chemistry/Technology
• Practical Experience working on Flow reactors (Static and Dynamic)
• Experience in handling different types of Pumps
• Documentation, report writing and familiar with MS office suite
• Data Management
• Analytical data interpretation

Interaction Complexity and Team Work

Interaction

Frequency

Purpose of Interaction

Internal:

As required

Review the progress of each of the projects on Flow Technology