Job Description

Qualification      : B.Sc/ M.Sc (Chemistry) / Ph.

Experience         : Minimum 15+ years of experience in Chemical Industry into Research & Development role

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Head R&D to head our Research and Development team in the performance chemical domain. The Head R&D will be responsible to lead a team who handles new product development, research project supervision, and effective implementation of experiments. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively.

Must Have:

• Product Development: 

   

  • Must have 10 years of experience of product development for Performance chemicals Surfactants.
  • Oversee the end-to-end process of product development, from concept creation to commercialization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and successful launch of new chemical products.
  • Lead the development and design of new products, ensuring innovation and excellence in their creation.
• Research Project Supervision:
  • Must have experience of R and D software like Scifinder, Smartchem.
  • Must have knowledge for the analytical instruments like GC and HPLC etc.
  • Lead the R&D team in developing and implementing research projects to drive product innovation and meet market demands.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, advancements, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for new product development. Oversee the implementation of research projects on a commercial scale, ensuring timely and successful execution.
• Test Protocol Compliance:
  • Oversee and enforce compliance with approved protocols, company procedures, and Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies for all tests and experiments conducted within the organization.
• Team Leadership:
  • Demonstrate experience in effectively leading and mentoring a team of researchers and developers. Must have handled 10 peoples team.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor R&D staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to ensure the team’s professional growth and successful project execution.
• Accurate Data Recording:
  • Properly record experiment data and report observations with verification for accuracy. Accurate data recording enables other researchers to replicate the experiments, verify the results, and build upon the findings.
  • Reproducibility is essential for scientific progress and the advancement of knowledge.
• Client Specifications:
  • Develop products that match client-provided samples and specifications, utilizing approved testing methods and international standards.
  • Must have 10 years of experience of working with Performance Chemical Company.
• R&D Instrument Management:
  • Manage R&D instruments and conduct preventive maintenance to maintain their efficiency.
  • Calibration ensures that the instruments consistently produce reliable and consistent results, thus providing a strong foundation for research conclusions and decisions.
• Internal Stakeholder Communication:
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with internal stakeholders from different plants and regions.
• Technical Product Marketing:
  • Assist in technical marketing activities and conduct performance tests at client locations when necessary.
• Material Requirements Communication:
  • Inform the R&D head about material requirements in the laboratory to ensure seamless operations.

Want to Have:

• Safety Compliance:
  • Must have the knowledge of hazardous chemicals and high pressure lab scale. Must have Ensure that R&D activities adhere to strict safety protocols and industry best practices to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Should have working experience in R&D in the Surfactants from competitor company
• Technical Marketing Experience:
  • Prior experience in technical product marketing and conducting performance tests at client locations.

Reporting to: Business Head