Chief Chemist

Job Title: Chief Chemist (Pesticides & Growth Promoters Manufacturing)

Location: Dhulagarh, Howrah

Industry: Agrochemicals (Pesticides & Plant Growth Promoters)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Chief Chemist to lead our laboratory and production quality functions in our pesticides and growth promoters manufacturing unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in Chemistry or Agriculture and hands-on experience in pesticide formulation, quality control, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the chemical analysis, formulation, and testing of pesticides and growth promoters.
• Develop, monitor, and validate formulations as per regulatory and industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with CIB & RC guidelines, BIS standards, and other applicable regulations.
• Lead quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) processes across raw materials, in process checks, and finished goods.
• Work closely with production teams to troubleshoot and optimize formulations for stability, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, SOPs, and safety protocols.
• Guide and mentor the laboratory staff and ensure accurate documentation of test reports.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies, third-party labs, and auditors as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• M.Sc. in Chemistry / M.Sc. in Agriculture (mandatory).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a pesticides manufacturing unit (R&D, QC, or formulation).
• Strong understanding of pesticide chemistry, formulation techniques, and agrochemical industry practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for pesticides and growth promoters.
• Ability to manage laboratory operations and lead a small team.

Skills Required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in laboratory instrumentation (HPLC, GC, Spectrophotometers, etc.).
• Good understanding of pesticide toxicology, stability studies, and environmental safety.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Leadership ability with a focus on precision and compliance.

Interested candidates kindly share your CVs