Laboratory Chemist

Role & Responsibilities

• Assist in laboratory-scale development and testing
• Accurately weigh raw materials and prepare 500 g, 1 kg and other laboratory trial batches according to approved formulations.
• Carry out dry blending, sieving, mixing, dissolution and sample preparation.
• Prepare T1 sachet-to-bottle trial solutions and evaluate dissolution and product consistency.
• Measure and record pH, dissolution time, appearance, colour, residue.
• Maintain proper batch records and R&D trial sheets, including raw-material quantities, lot numbers, observations and results.
• Label, store and maintain retention samples from each trial.
• Assist in evaluation of raw-material samples received from suppliers.
• Maintain raw-material inventory and inform management when trial materials need replenishment.
• Follow SOPs for handling acidic, alkaline and powdered cleaning-chemical raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and work areas.
• Assist in stability observations and record changes in appearance, fragrance, pH, dissolution or product performance over time.
• Support scale-up from laboratory trials to pilot batches after formulations are finalized.
• Coordinate with management and suppliers regarding samples, COA, TDS and SDS documentation when required.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Education: B.Sc. Chemistry / B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry / Diploma in Chemical Technology / equivalent chemistry-related qualification.

Experience: 02 years is sufficient. Freshers with good practical chemistry/laboratory skills can also be considered.

Preference should be given to candidates with exposure to formulation laboratories.

The candidate should be comfortable with weighing small quantities accurately, pH measurement, preparing solutions, maintaining records and following formulations exactly. Basic understanding of acids, alkalis, surfactants, chelating agents and polymers would be an advantage.

The person should be hands-on and disciplined with documentation. For your current stage, I would prioritize someone who can reliably execute controlled trials over someone with only theoretical qualifications.

Perks & Benefits

• Salary based on qualification and experience.
• Opportunity to work on new product development from laboratory stage through commercialization.
• Training in R&D procedures, laboratory documentation and product evaluation.
• Opportunity for increased responsibility as product portfolio and manufacturing operations expand.
• Performance-based salary revision/growth opportunity.
• Statutory benefits as applicable