R&D Team Leader

1 day ago

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Atomgrid Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

About Atomgrid

Atomgrid is on a mission to revolutionize the global specialty chemicals industry. We are creating a new-age, asset-light, R&D-driven brand that combines pioneering process innovation, market intelligence, and reliable contract manufacturing.

We operate across sectors like Agrochemicals, Surfactants & Emulsifiers, Flavours & Fragrances, and Pharmaceuticals. Our growing team of scientists, technology engineers, and project managers is committed to delivering world-class solutions - on time, at the right price, and with unmatched quality.

We are founded by IIT & IIM alumni and backed by marquee VCs in India.

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Position: R&D Team Leader - Analytical Chemistry

Location: Bengaluru, India (Bommasandra)

Job Overview

We're looking for an experienced R&D Team Leader - Analytical Chemistry to lead process research and development projects in our Agrochemicals business. The role involves managing a team of scientists while remaining hands-on at the bench, driving process innovation, optimization, and scale-up from lab to pilot plant. This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to developing cost-effective, safe, and commercially viable technologies for key molecules.

Key Requirements

- Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry / M.Sc. in Chemistry

- Work experience - 3–5 years (Post Ph.D.) or 12–15 years (Post M.Sc.)

- Relevant Industry experience in Indian Agrochemical R&D or Process Development roles.

Skills and Responsibilities

  • Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of scientists while staying hands-on in lab work.
  • Expertise in process development, optimization, validation, and scale-up from lab to pilot scale.
  • Strong experience in technology transfer and cost-effective, non-infringing process development.
  • Solid understanding of reaction mechanisms, process impurities, and purification techniques (distillation, crystallization, chromatography, etc.).
  • Skilled in analytical interpretation (NMR, Mass, HPLC, GC) and literature search (SciFinder, Reaxys).
  • Proficient in technical documentation, ROS evaluation, and cost analysis.
  • Ensures lab safety, IP confidentiality, and effective cross-functional coordination to deliver project goals.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a fast-growing Agrochemicals business with a strong focus on innovation and technology-driven development.
  • Opportunity to lead a talented R&D team and work on high-impact projects from concept to scale-up.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional experts to drive process excellence and innovation.
  • A role offering significant ownership, learning, and leadership growth in a dynamic, research-oriented environment.

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