Associate Manager - Evonik Organic Chemistry Research Lab

Associate Manager - Evonik Organic Chemistry Research Lab

Evonik

Job Title : Associate Manager - Evonik Organic Chemistry Research Lab

Business Line : Research Development &Innovation (RD&I)

Entity & Work Location : Evonik India, Mumbai

Key Responsibilities :

• Independently design and execute experiments of complex organic-chemical synthesis to develop new products, solutions and actives ingredients with application in surfactants, home & personal care, pharmaceutical, coating & paint, polymer, surfactant, lubricant & others
• Well versed with literature search engines such as Reaxys, Sci-finder, etc.
• Independently design new scalable synthetic routes which are sustainable in terms of chemistries and operations
• Ensure proper documentation and presentation of experiments, product characterization results and summary. Participate in team meetings and present the results in a meaningful manner.
• Execute R&D projects together with ‘Head of R&D Organic Chemistry Lab’ to ensure that the project is delivered on time and in budget. Apply scientific knowledge to overcome any problems encountered, in order to achieve the project goals within time and budget.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the lab and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines
• Be innovative and creative while proposing new ideas to solve technical challenges
• Collaborate efficiently with a team of scientists both internally and externally to ensure all projects are completed on time and within budget
• Support the development of new technologies
• Stay abreast with the new developments in the chemical industry

Requirements :

• PhD in organic chemistry

  with 2-3 years of industrial experience or

  MSc in Organic chemistry

  with 5-10 years of industrial experience (lab experience is a must)
• Solid understanding of organic reactions and mechanisms with experience in complex multi-step organic synthesis, purification techniques and interpretation of analytical results.
• Knowhow in carbohydrate chemistry is preferred. Solid understanding of structure-function relationship in carbohydrates due to derivatization.
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, reliability and capacity to perform well under pressure – also in times of heavy workload.