Senior Research Associate-CDMO

Job Description

Jubilant Bhartia Group

Jubilant Bhartia Group is a global conglomerate founded by Mr. Shyam S Bhartia and Mr. Hari S Bhartia with strong presence in diverse sectors like Pharmaceuticals, Contract Research and Development Services, Proprietary Novel Drugs, Life Science Ingredients, Agri Products, Performance Polymers, Food Service (QSR), Food, Auto, Consulting in Aerospace and Oilfield Services. Jubilant Bhartia Group has four flagships Companies- Jubilant Pharmova Limited, Jubilant Ingrevia Limited, Jubilant FoodWorks Limited and Jubilant Industries Limited. Currently the group has a global workforce of around 43,000 employees.

About Jubilant Ingrevia Limited

JubilantIngreviaisnowamemberoftheeliteGlobalLighthouseNetwork(GLN) oftheWorldEconomicForum(WEF)

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Jubilant Ingrevia history goes back to 1978 with the incorporation of VAM Organics Limited, which later became Jubilant Organosys and then Jubilant Life Sciences and now demerged to an independent entity as Jubilant Ingrevia Limited, which is listed in both the stock exchanges of India. Over the years, company has developed global capacities and leadership in chosen business segments.

Ingrevia is born out of a union of Ingredients and Life (Vie in French). Jubilant Ingrevia Limited is committed to offering high-quality and innovative life science ingredients to enrich all forms of life.

Jubilant Ingrevia, a global integrated Life Science products and Innovative Solutions provider serving, Pharmaceutical, Nutrition, Agrochemical, Consumer and Industrial customers with our customised products and solutions that are innovative, cost-effective and conforming to excellent quality standards.

Jubilant Ingrevia Limited offers a broad portfolio of high-quality ingredients that find application in a wide range of industries. Jubilant Ingrevia's portfolio also extends to custom development and manufacturing for pharmaceutical and agrochemical customers on an exclusive basis.

Ourbusinessissplitacross3businessverticals,withgloballeadership acrossourkeyproductlines.

Speciality Chemicals: The Specialty Chemical business of Jubilant Ingrevia manufactures Pyridine, Picolines and its forward integration derivatives, which finds application in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, dyes, solvents, metal finishes, fine chemicals, semiconductors etc.

We have also launched new platform of Diketene & its value-added derivatives for multiple industry use. We are an established partner of choice in CDMO, with more investment plans in GMP & Non-GMP multi-product facilities for Pharma, Agro and Semi-conductor customers.

Chemical Intermediates: The Chemical Intermediates business has acetic anhydride and value added anhydrides and aldehydes catering to various industries.

Nutrition & Health Solutions: The Nutrition & Heath Solutions business unit offers B3 & Picolinates (Chromium & Zinc) which are fully backward integrated. Our ingredients find application in animal nutrition, human nutrition, personal care, etc. We provide high-quality feed & food additives having application in poultry, dairy, aqua & pet food industry. In Human Nutrition & Health Solutions, we offer food ingredients & premix solutions to nutrition.

Jubilant Ingrevia Limited is supported by five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India. We practice world-class manufacturing processes in our day-to-day operations, assuring our customers with unmatched quality and timely delivery of products through innovations and cutting-edge technology. Transforming Manufacturing for Operational Excellence & Sustainability with zero tolerance to any non-compliance is the core focus of Jubilant Ingrevia Manufacturing.

We have 5 world-class manufacturing facilities i.e. One in UP at Gajraula, Two in Gujarat at Bharuch and Savli, Two in Maharashtra at Nira and Ambernath.

Environment Sustainability

The company is committed to environmental sustainability and supports green chemistry by prioritising the use of bio inputs in manufacturing. Jubilant is one of the world's largest producers of Acetaldehyde from the bio route.

Find out more about us at www.jubilantingrevia.com

The Position:

Organization: - Jubilant Ingrevia Limited

Designation & Level: - Senior Research Associate - Semicon

Location: - Corporate - Greater Noida

Summary

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented R&D Chemist with expertise in Organic Synthesis to support research, process development, and troubleshooting activities. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting laboratory experiments, performing literature and patent searches, supporting plant operations, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in chlorination and related reaction chemistries, hazardous chemical handling, and analytical data interpretation.

Key Responsibilities:

Research & Development

• Conduct scientific literature, patent, journal, and SciFinder searches to support research projects and process development activities.
• Design, execute, and document laboratory experiments in accordance with established protocols and project objectives.
• Develop and optimize synthetic routes for organic compounds through laboratory-scale experimentation.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and prepare technical reports for internal review.
  
  

Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry

• Perform and evaluate reactions involving chlorination, nitration, reduction, oxidation, and other organic transformations.
• Troubleshoot synthetic challenges and recommend process improvements to enhance yield, quality, and efficiency.
• Provide technical support in scale-up activities and technology transfer from laboratory to plant operations.
  
  

Plant Support & Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve manufacturing issues associated with chlorinated and other specialty chemical products.
• Collaborate with production teams to improve process performance, productivity, and product quality.
• Support process optimization initiatives through root-cause analysis and experimental validation.
  
  

Laboratory Operations

• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and gases such as chlorine, hydrogen, and nitrogen while ensuring adherence to established safety procedures.
• Operate and monitor basic unit operations including reaction, distillation, filtration, and drying processes.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and utilization of laboratory equipment.
  
  

Analytical & Documentation

• Interpret and analyze results obtained from:
• Gas Chromatography (GC)
• Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)
• High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
• Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS)
• Karl Fischer (KF) Analysis
• Maintain Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN) and ensure accurate recording of experimental observations and results.
• Prepare and maintain ISO-compliant documentation and technical records.
  
  

Systems & Inventory Management

• Utilize enterprise applications such as SAP, BAAN, and ELN for documentation, inventory tracking, and process management.
• Manage laboratory material indenting and coordinate procurement activities to ensure uninterrupted availability of consumables and chemicals.
  
  

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Interpret and apply Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information for safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, GMP (where applicable), ISO, and other regulatory requirements.
• Promote Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality Control, Procurement, and Engineering.
• Coordinate effectively with team members and junior staff to ensure timely execution of projects and departmental objectives.
  
  

The Person:

Required Qualifications

Education

• M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from a recognized university.
  
  

Experience

• 3–5 years of industrial experience in Organic Synthesis, Process Development, or R&D within the chemical, agrochemical, pharmaceutical, or specialty chemicals industry.
  
  

Desired Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of organic synthesis and reaction mechanisms.
• Hands-on experience in chlorination, reduction, oxidation, and nitration chemistry.
• Familiarity with scale-up processes and plant troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in handling hazardous gases and chemicals safely.
• Strong analytical interpretation skills using chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
  
  

Functional Competencies

• Literature and patent search expertise using SciFinder and related databases.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, GLP, GMP, and ISO documentation requirements.
• Experience with SAP, BAAN, ELN, or similar enterprise software systems.
  
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Attention to detail and scientific rigor.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Accountability, ownership, and safety-first mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Jubilant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, race, ethnicity, religion or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. To know more about us, please visit our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jubilant-bhartia-group/