Job Description

R&D Chemist - Applications

Department:

Research & Development

Location:

Boisar, Maharashtra

Reports to:

R&D Manager / Technical Head

Job Purpose:

To develop, modify, and improve resins and coating formulations for various industrial applications, ensuring optimal performance, quality, and cost-efficiency. The role involves research, testing, and scale-up of new products in alignment with market and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Formulation Development:

Develop new resin systems (epoxy, alkyd, PU, acrylic, etc.) and coatings based on customer and market needs.

Testing & Evaluation:

Conduct performance testing of raw materials, intermediates, and final products - including mechanical, chemical, thermal, and weather resistance.

Application Trials:

Simulate end-use conditions and conduct trials for product application on metal, wood, plastic, concrete, etc.

Technical Documentation:

Prepare technical data sheets (TDS), safety data sheets (SDS), test reports, and formulation records.

Troubleshooting:

Provide technical support to production and customers in resolving quality or performance issues.

Scale-up & Transfer:

Support pilot plant trials and ensure smooth scale-up from lab to plant. Assist in technology transfer to manufacturing.

Compliance:

Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations during product development.

Innovation:

Keep up-to-date with latest technological advancements and suggest innovations for product improvement or cost reduction.

Required Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry and coating technologies.

Hands-on experience in formulation and testing of resins and coatings.

Familiarity with instruments such as viscometers, spectrophotometers, GC, IR, DSC, etc.

Good analytical thinking, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory reporting software.

Qualification & Experience:

B. Sc. / M.Sc. in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Paint Technology, or relevant discipline.

2-5 years of experience in R&D in the resin/coating industry (freshers from reputed institutions may also be considered for junior roles).

Desirable:

Experience with customer interaction and product customization.

Exposure to water-based, solvent-based, or UV-curable systems.

Knowledge of BIS, ASTM, ISO standards related to coatings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?200,000.00 - ?400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Schedule:

Day shift
Supplemental Pay:

Yearly bonus
Application Question(s):

What is your age? What is your total experience? What is your qualification? Where you Stay? Have you completed Paint Technology and from where? How many years of experience in R&D Application? What is the current company's business and product? What is the current CTC? What is the expected CTC? How soon you can join?
Work Location: In person