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Head of Research And Development
Conchem LabsMumbai, Maharashtra, India6 days ago
Job descriptionEducation : PhD (Chemistry / Materials / ChemEng or related) Reporting to : CEO Location : India (Mumbai / Navi Mumbai preferred) Corrosion Science (cement / steel / concrete) VPCI / amine / silane chemistries, inhibitors for rebars, galvanic / ICCP understanding EIS / EN ISO 16773, ASTM G59 / G109, chloride ingress / carbonation testing; field trials on bridges, coastal infra Nanotechnology Nano-silica, CNT / graphene, nano-alumina / ceria; particle dispersion, interfaces, durability impacts Scale-up from lab to plant, HSE and rheology control, LCA-conscious formulations Innovative Admixture Chemistry PCEs, shrinkage-reducing, rheology modifiers, set controllers, crystal growth modifiers Cement compatibility matrices, robustness windows, mix-design integration for RMC / precast Innovative Composite Cement Additives SCMs (slag, fly ash, ultrafine pozzolans), LC3, alkali activation, performance enhancers Strength–durability–workability balance; CO₂ and clinker factor reduction at commercial scale Waterproofing Systems Crystalline, polymer-modified cementitious, PU / acrylic / SBR systems; negative / positive-side designs Crack-bridging, permeability, hydrostatic pressure resistance, accelerated aging and site QA / QC Innovative Protective Coatings Epoxy / PU / polysiloxane, zinc-rich, hybrid barrier systems for steel and concrete Adhesion, cathodic disbondment, salt fog / cyclic corrosion, thermal / humidity cycling, site applicator playbooks Lead end-to-end R&D from concept to market; ship fast with clear TRLs and COA / COQ; transfer to manufacturing. Own & deploy the R&D budget; prioritize high-impact bets; set up satellite labs and field-trial cells across India. Build the team : attract fresh and senior talent; mentor; set a high hands-on bar; partner / vendor management. Academia & ecosystem : activate IITs / CSIR / CECRI ties; co-supervise research; pursue grants / IP and standards alignment. Customer impact : deliver market-first technologies that save cost / time or create unique advantages. Evangelize : run workshops / seminars on durability, corrosion, and waterproofing for clients / EPCs / owners. 15–20 years in specialty chemicals for construction / infrastructure / coatings / cement / steel / concrete. PhD with proven original research and IP (patents / publications) and multiple lab-to-market launches. Depth as a Super Specialist in one track (above) with credible field deployments and standards / testing discipline. Team leadership, scale-up experience, strong industry network; ability to bring fresh talent and forge academic ties. Bias to action; lead by example at the bench and in the field. 3–4 products launched / field-validated with unit economics. Satellite lab network operational with standardized SOPs. 2–3 strategic collaborations; ≥1 patent / application filed. Documented customer impact (lifecycle cost / time / durability gains). careers@conchemlabs.com
Head of R&D — Super Specialist (Pick One Track)
Tracks : Corrosion Science
- Nanotechnology
- Innovative Admixture Chemistry
- Innovative Composite Cement Additives
- Waterproofing Systems
- Innovative Protective Coatings
Experience : 15–20 years
About Conchem Labs
Conchem Labs builds high-performance specialty chemicals for the built environment—corrosion inhibitors, nanotech-enabled coatings, innovative admixtures, cement / property enhancers, and waterproofing systems for concrete and steel. We convert hard problems into durable, cost-saving, time-saving products. Learn more : www.conchemlabs.com
Role Summary
Own the full idea → prototype → field validation → launch cycle and scale a culture where innovation is our DNA. You’ll lead one Super Specialist track while staying T-shaped across adjacent areas. You’ll own the R&D budget, build satellite labs across India, and run technical workshops & seminars on durability, corrosion, and waterproofing.
Choose Your Super-Specialist Track (own at least one)
What You’ll Do
Must-Haves
Success in 12 Months (examples)
How to Apply
Email your CV and a concise slide deck (10–12 slides) to :
Your deck should include :
1. Your chosen Super Specialist track and why you’re the best in it.
2. Two market-first product ideas with chemistry, validation plan, and time-to-pilot.
3. A 90-day plan to assess the pipeline and ship quick wins.
4. Satellite lab blueprint (sites, equipment, staffing, capex / opex).
5. Partnerships you will activate in Year 1 (IITs / CSIR / CECRI / industry).
6. IP & standards / testing strategy (ASTM / IS / NACE / EN).
7. How you’ll attract and grow talent and drive idea → product in record time.
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