Principal Scientist - Synthetic Chemistry

Scimplify; Hoskote; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals manufacturer in India is seeking a Principal Scientist for the Synthetic Chemistry function. The ideal candidate will lead R&D, drive process development, and manage scale-up for agrochemicals, pharma APIs, and aroma chemicals. With a PhD and over 10 years in R&D leadership, this role is critical for innovation and client collaboration. Strong expertise in synthetic processes is essential. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in leading R&D teams.
• Strong background in synthetic route development.
• Experience in managing chemical process scale-up.

Responsibilities

• Lead process R&D and synthetic route development for specialty and fine chemicals.
• Design and optimize scalable chemical processes.
• Drive technology transfer from lab to commercial scale.

Skills

Process R&D

Synthetic chemistry expertise

Route scouting

Impurity profiling

Team leadership

Education

PhD / M.Tech / MSc in Organic Chemistry or Synthetic Chemistry

Job description

Scimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company headquartered in Bengaluru, India, serving industries such as pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, industrial chemicals, personal care and fragrances.

Principal Scientist – Synthetic Chemistry

Scimplify is looking for a seasoned R&D leader to head the Synthetic chemistry function. The role will drive process development, scale‑up and innovation across Agrochemicals, Pharma APIs and Aroma Chemicals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process R&D and synthetic route development for specialty and fine chemicals.
• Design and optimize cost‑efficient, scalable chemical processes.
• Drive technology transfer from lab to pilot and commercial scale.
• Lead innovation in Agrochemical intermediates, APIs, and aroma molecules.
• Collaborate with global clients and internal commercial teams to develop custom molecules.
• Build and mentor a high‑performing R&D team.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams for process scale‑up and commercialization.

Qualifications

• PhD / M.Tech / MSc in Organic Chemistry or Synthetic Chemistry.
• Global/MNC experience in Process R&D is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience leading R&D teams.
• Strong experience in route scouting, impurity profiling, and scale‑up chemistry.

Preferred Background

• Agrochemicals
• Pharmaceutical APIs
• Aroma or specialty chemicals