Senior Scientist: PhD./M.Sc. Chemistry - Oils, Oleochemicals & Surfactants

Aurexol Incorporated; Vasai; Vor Ort; INR 1.000.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading chemical company in Vasai is seeking a Senior Scientist with a PhD or M.Sc. in Chemistry to lead R&D on oleochemical products. You will be responsible for designing and scaling innovative, sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance with business and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience in organic synthesis and project management. This position requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifikationen

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in oleochemicals, surfactants, or specialty chemicals R&D.
• Demonstrated expertise in organic synthesis and process chemistry.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead design and scale-up of oleochemical products.
• Drive R&D projects from conceptualization to commercial scale.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for technology transfer.

Kenntnisse

Organic synthesis

Process chemistry

Analytical characterization methods

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Ausbildung

PhD. or M.Sc. in Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Scientist: PhD./M.Sc. Chemistry - Oils, Oleochemicals & Surfactants

Job Information

Job Category: R&D

Degree Level: Masters Degree and Above

Job Type: Full time

Locations: Vasai, MH India

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, synthesis, and scale-up of oleochemical products and intermediates, focusing on innovative, sustainable, and commercially viable solutions.

Drive R&D projects from conceptualization to pilot and commercial scale, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.

Develop and optimize chemical processes to produce fatty acids, esters, surfactants, and related oleochemical derivatives.

Apply advanced analytical techniques (e.g., NMR, IR, GC-MS, FTIR) for product characterization and process monitoring.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, quality, regulatory, commercial) to ensure seamless technology transfer and scale-up.

Mentor and supervise junior scientists and technical staff, fostering a culture of scientific rigor and safety.

Stay connected to global trends and advancements in oleochemicals, sustainability, and green chemistry, integrating relevant innovations into R&D programs.

Prepare and present technical reports, publications, and patent applications; represent the company at scientific conferences and industry forums.

Qualifications & Skills

PhD. or M.Sc. in Chemistry (Organic, Oleochemicals, or related discipline); PhD preferred.

3-5 years of relevant experience in oleochemicals, surfactants, or specialty chemicals R&D, with a track record of successful project delivery.

Demonstrated expertise in organic synthesis, process chemistry, and analytical characterization methods.

Experience with process scale-up, technology transfer, and pilot plant operations is highly desirable.

Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards relevant to chemical manufacturing.

Team and Work Environment

Reports to Head of R&D

On-site

Business Travel - 10%

Equal Opportunity Statement

We at Aurexol are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Selection for job roles will be based on criteria set by management typically - individual merit, experience, skills, and potential.