Research chemist

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About The Role

• Synthesis and scale-up of small organic molecules / intermediates / active ingredients on milligram to multikilogram quantities
• Planning of synthesis including retrosynthesis and literature search
• Process development & optimization of routes to advanced intermediates/finished products (chemical, physical and preparative).
• Planning, evaluating & documenting experiments, preparing tech transfer documents such as lab development reports, support in tolling related activities
• Collaborating with cross functional project teams such as research, analytical, safety etc.
• Adhering to BASF Environmental Health Safety (EHS), HR policies and work practices

What We Look For

• Postgraduate (M. Sc.) in organic chemistry with sound theoretical knowledge in organic synthesis
• Working experience of 5 to 8 years in chemical / pharmaceutical / agrochemical industry as a chemist
• Should possess adequate communication & technical skills required to perform the job

Work Location

Navi Mumbai - HO (Innovation Campus)