Job Description

Responsibilities:
Independently plan, execute, and monitor laboratory-scale reactions for new product development or process improvement.
Troubleshoot reaction-related issues and optimize parameters to achieve desired yields and purity.
Conduct analytical testing using spectroscopy techniques (IR, NMR, UV, etc.) and interpret data for structural confirmation.
Maintain detailed experiment records, observations, and analytical results in lab notebooks.
Support scale-up activities by preparing process documents and assisting during pilot trials.
Collaborate with senior R&D scientists to evaluate feasibility, cost, and safety of new processes.
Ensure proper handling of chemicals, compliance with safety protocols, and adherence to SOPs.
Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on new methodologies, reagents, and technologies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Ability to independently handle complex reactions and troubleshoot issues in the lab.
Strong knowledge of spectroscopy interpretation (IR, NMR, UV).
Good understanding of organic chemistry, synthesis techniques, and reaction mechanisms.
Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
B.Sc./M.Sc. in Chemistry; Organic Chemistry specialization preferred.
1-5 years of experience in R&D (Pharma / API / Specialty Chemicals / Agrochemicals).

Skills Required