R&D Scientist-Mumbai

Location
Industry
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
Published
Contact
Team Assistant
Reference
29-0-15137
Academic title
Job description

1. Advanced Polymer Synthesis

  • Design and execute the synthesis of Polyurethane (PU), Polyurea, and Hybrid Polyurethane polymers.
  • Develop novel monomers and prepolymers tailored for specific high-performance applications in sealants and resins.
  • Optimize functional group transformations in organic synthesis to improve yield, stability, and performance.

2. Research & Innovation

  • Lead the exploration of new hybrid chemistries, focusing on the synergy between different polymer backbones.
  • Troubleshoot complex chemical reactions and provide technical resolutions for scale-up challenges.

3. Project Management & Collaboration

  • Manage R&D projects from conceptual laboratory scale to pilot plant validation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing, Marketing, and Quality Assurance) to ensure product alignment with market needs.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation of experimental data, synthesis protocols, and patent-ready findings.
Requirements

Educational Qualifications

  • PhD, M.Sc., or M.Tech in Polymer Science, Organic Chemistry, or a related specialized field.

Experience

  • 5–10 years of proven industrial experience in polymer R&D.
  • Direct experience in the synthesis of PU and Hybrid Pre-polymers is mandatory.
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