About Atomgrid Atomgrid is a global platform for sourcing and contract manufacturing of specialty chemicals from India. Our vision is to revolutionise the global speciality chemicals industry through cutting-edge technology, relentless innovation and impeccable execution. We work with our customers right from lab-scale development to commercial scaleup and door-step delivery for their strategic procurement projects. Our in-house team of scientists, technology engineers, project managers make sure that we are delivering the right quality products at the right price and on time. We are founded by IIT & IIM founders and backed by marquee VCs in India. Position: R&D Scientist - Surfactants Location: Bharuch Industrial Area, Gujarat Qualification: Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry Job Overview We are looking for an experienced R&D Scientist with 3-5 years of hands-on and leadership experience in process R&D within the Surfactants & Emulsifiers industry. The role involves driving development, optimization, and scale-up of organic molecules from lab to pilot/commercial scale, ensuring cost-effective, safe, and sustainable processes. Requirements : Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with 3–5 years of industrial R&D experience Minimum 2 years in the Surfactant & Emulsifiers industry Strong expertise in esterification, sulfonation, ethoxylation, propoxylation, and carboxylation Experience in process safety, technology transfer, and scale-up Strong analytical, documentation, and leadership skills Roles and Responsibilities : - Lead and mentor a team of chemists to deliver R&D and process development projects. - Develop, optimize, and scale-up processes from lab to pilot and commercial scale. - Conduct tech transfer, prepare process documentation, and ensure on-floor implementation. - Collaborate with production, EHS, and quality teams for safe and smooth execution. - Drive innovation through non-infringing, cost-effective, and sustainable chemistry solutions. Why join us? Be part of a fast-growing Specialty Chemicals company in India’s largest chemical manufacturing hub. Opportunity to own processes end-to-end —from lab bench to commercial plant. Exposure to global markets (EU/US/Asia) and compliance-driven chemistry. Collaborative, innovation-focused work culture with emphasis on safety & sustainability .
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Research And Development Scientist