Research Chemist-Agro
Bengaluru · Full time · Posted 7D AGO
About UsScimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company offering a full-stack solution—from R&D andcustom synthesis to large-scale manufacturing and doorstep delivery. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, weserve multiple industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals and industrial chemicals to personalcare and fragrances.We enable 500+ businesses across 20+ countries to develop and scale innovative chemicals from lab tocommercial production. We have raised over $54 million from top tier investors such as Accel andBertelsmann, We are a team of 450+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia.
Technical Skills:
Soft Skills:
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Role Overview:
We are looking for a Senior Chemist – Agro to support the R&D and process development team in executing synthetic chemistry experiments, process optimization, and scale-up of pharmaceutical intermediates and APIs. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of organic chemistry and hands-on experience in multi-step synthesis.Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct laboratory-scale synthesis of Agro,.
- Maintain accurate experimental records, observations, and results in lab notebooks.
- Assist in process optimization and reaction parameter studies.
- Support analytical teams in sample preparation and analysis (HPLC, GC, NMR, etc.).
- Follow safety protocols, maintain lab hygiene, and handle chemicals responsibly.
- Coordinate with senior chemists for scale-up trials and technology transfer activities.
- Contribute to report preparation and documentation as per internal guidelines.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Education: M.Sc. in Organic ChemistryExperience: 1–3 YearsTechnical Skills:
- Good knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry techniques.
- Familiarity with purification methods (crystallization, distillation, column chromatography).
- Basic understanding of analytical techniques (TLC, HPLC, GC, NMR, IR).
Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Eagerness to learn and contribute to process development activities.
Why Join Scimplify:
- Opportunity to work in an innovative and fast-paced R&D environment.
- Exposure to diverse chemistry projects in the pharmaceutical domain.
- Mentorship from experienced scientists and clear career growth pathways.
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