Job Requirements About Godrej Industries Group (GIG) At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries. https://www.godrejindustries.com/ About Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals) Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals Division) is one of the oldest businesses of the Godrej Industries Group with a rich legacy and a pioneering presence in the Chemical Industry. We proactively collaborate with our partners to create sustainable solutions in the Oleochemicals, Derivatives and Surfactants market. https://www.godrejchemicals.com/ Key Responsibilities: • Product design, plan, and execute well-controlled laboratory experiments with high scientific rigor and attention to detail. • Lead, mentor, and guide cross-functional teams across R&D, manufacturing, quality, and engineering. • Drive product development activities to ensure the right quality parameters, with robust, scalable, and compliant processes. • Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot technical and product development -related challenges using critical and creative thinking. • Develop, review, and maintain SOPs for production of reagents, intermediates, and starting materials. • Lead technology transfer from laboratory to pilot and commercial scale with the help of the process development team. • Perform data analysis and develop new or improved experimental protocols. • Focus on efficiency, cost, and sustainability. • Present technical findings and project updates to teams and leadership. • Maintain laboratory standards, including cleanliness, 5S practices, safety compliance, and adherence to Godrej Values. • Continuously identify and propose process improvements across R&D and manufacturing interfaces. Education: • PhD with 5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience in oleochemical chemistry and/or complex multi-step organic synthesis. (experience range may vary by level). Key Skills: • Proven experience developing chemistries related to: • Oleochemicals • Surfactants • Esterification • Sulfonation • Ethoxylation • Strong understanding of laboratory safety standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices. • Technical exposure to green and sustainable chemistry principles. • Hands-on experience with analytical techniques including HPLC, MS, IR, NMR, and wet chemistry methods (AV, IV, SAP value optimization). Work Experience 8–10 years Benefits Be an equal parent Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners • 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers • 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers • Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment No place for discrimination at Godrej Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy  Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses  Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy Community partnerships and advocacy Persons with Disability (PwD) care We are selfish about your wellness  Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options  Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members  Preventative healthcare support Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.  Uncapped sick leave  Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements  Digital and offline instant recognition platforms An inclusive Godrej Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And it has been over a century. It’s not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you. We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members. If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.