Research Scientist - Special Technologies

Position Purpose

• The Position will be responsible for development of assigned project within given timeframe using new Technology.
• This includes thorough literature survey, bench scale trials, preparation of SOPs, necessary documentation.
• This would also include Demo of developed chemical process to PD team, support in KL, pilot plant and commercial plant for successful technology transfer.

Strategic Responsibilities

To understand the objective of project / chemistry / MSDS

• Search the additional literature as required.

• Inputs in planning of experiments/ glassware/ raw materials/ analysis

• To ensure proper maintenance of lab equipments.

• Proper house- keeping and use of PPE’s.

• Use relevant MSDS for safe handling and disposals of toxic chemicals

Operational Responsibilities

Development of processes using flow chemistry (Micro /Meso–reactors).

• Mapping the suitable reactor & pumps for development of process in Flow Technology

• Finding out suitable equipment for downstream operation for continuous manufacturing.

• To generate data for carrying out scale-up study using Design of Experiment mechanism

• To ensure seamless efficient scale-up of the process developed by working closely with Process Chemist team.

• To identify the cost reduction opportunities in the projects already running at commercial scale using flow technology.

• Drive optimum utilization of all available resources

Financial Responsibilities

Actively participate in problem solving sessions/ training programs and drive coordination and communication within the team

• Ensure on time delivery of assigned project in terms of:

• On time delivery with target yield and quality.
• Waste minimization
• Smooth scale-up up to KL/PP
• Ensuring the safety & house keeping

• Inspire & motivate employees through demonstrated commitment to PI’s values, vision & mission and exemplifying effective leadership, initiative and persistence needed to accomplish goals and objectives

• Drive collaboration and cross-functional networking for the entire team

People Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of knowledge sharing within the Team
• Maintain healthy working relationships with the related teams and departments.

Education Qualification

Master/Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from a reputed University / Institute

Work Experience

0-8 Industrial Experience.

Industry to be Hired from

Agro chemicals/fine chemicals/ pharma-API/ Specialty chemicals

Functional Competencies

• Experience in Flow Chemistry/Technology
• Practical Experience working on Flow reactors (Static and Dynamic)
• Experience in handling different types of Pumps
• Documentation, report writing and familiar with MS office suite
• Data Management
• Analytical data interpretation

Interaction Complexity and Team Work

Interaction

Frequency

Purpose of Interaction

Internal:

DGM-Flow Chemistry & Process Safety

As required

Review the progress of each of the projects on Flow Technology