Team Leader - Process Research & Volume Supply
BASF · Navi Mumbai
- Experience5–8 yrs
- SalaryNot disclosed
- RoleLab & Pharma Scientist
- Work modeonsite
- Posted13 Oct 2026
About BASF
BASF is hiring in Navi Mumbai in manufacturing industrial. This role looks for around 5+ years of experience.
Skills
- Organic Chemistry
- Organic Synthesis
- Scale-up
- Process Safety
The role
Leads process research for a chemicals manufacturer. Applies organic synthesis and process development to scout and optimize routes, scale reactions from gram to kilogram scale, and supply material for R&D projects. Uses process safety techniques and organic chemistry.
Full job description
MAIN TASKS:
Leads and motivates a research team and is responsible for overall team performance. Support R&D projects with respect to route scouting, optimization & volume supply with primary focus on scale-up from gm to kg-scale. Following-up on project progress and ensuring that projects are delivered on-time and in quality. Ensuring right process safety techniques are employed before scale-up decisions. Fostering innovation and coming up with new ideas; keeping up to date with synthetic and process technology developments. Liaising with stake holders from research, safety, analytics, procurement, maintenance & management Implementing & ensuring compliance with respect to labor, safety, and environmental protection regulations in his/her area of responsibility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
PhD with post-doctorate experience in organic chemistryShall possess sound theoretical and practical knowledge in organic synthesis with scaling up of reactions on kg scaleShould be fluent in communicationProactive, result driven and entrepreneurial approach towards tasksIntercultural understanding and interpersonal skills for managing internal & external project communication with stakeholders across globe.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Drive innovationCustomer FocusCollaborate for achievement