Research Chemist-Agro

Scimplify; Hoskote; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced scientists

Clear career growth pathways

Exposure to diverse chemistry projects

Job summary

A specialty chemicals manufacturing company is seeking a Senior Chemist – Pharma to join their R&D and process development team in Hoskote, Karnataka. You will conduct laboratory-scale synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs, assist in process optimization, and support analytical teams. Candidates should have an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The role provides an innovative environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry.
• Strong understanding of multi-step synthesis and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory-scale synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and results.
• Assist in process optimization and reaction parameter studies.
• Support analytical teams in sample preparation and analysis.

Skills

Synthetic organic chemistry techniques

Purification methods (crystallization, distillation, column chromatography)

Analytical techniques (TLC, HPLC, GC, NMR, IR)

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry

Job description

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, and are a team of 450+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Chemist – Pharma to support the R&D and process development team in executing synthetic chemistry experiments, process optimization, and scale-up of pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of organic chemistry and hands‑on experience in multi‑step synthesis.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory‑scale synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs under supervision.
• Maintain accurate experimental records, observations, and results in lab notebooks.
• Assist in process optimization and reaction parameter studies.
• Support analytical teams in sample preparation and analysis (HPLC, GC, NMR, etc.).
• Follow safety protocols, maintain lab hygiene, and handle chemicals responsibly.
• Coordinate with senior chemists for scale‑up trials and technology transfer activities.
• Contribute to report preparation and documentation as per internal guidelines.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education: M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry

Experience: 1–3 Years

Technical Skills

• Good knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry techniques.
• Familiarity with purification methods (crystallization, distillation, column chromatography).
• Basic understanding of analytical techniques (TLC, HPLC, GC, NMR, IR).

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to process development activities.

Why Join Scimplify

• Opportunity to work in an innovative and fast‑paced R&D environment.
• Exposure to diverse chemistry projects in the pharmaceutical domain.
• Mentorship from experienced scientists and clear career growth pathways.