Director - Laboratory Depolymerization & Functional Polymers

Job Title : Director - Laboratory Depolymerization & Functional Polymers

Reporting to : Head of Innovation Domain Engineering Polymers

Entity : Evonik India (Evonik India Research Hub)

Work Location : Thane

Purpose of the Position :

• The role is critical for ensuring the effective operation and success including EHSQ compliance of the Creavis laboratory (Innovation Unit) at Thane.
• Additionally, this role holds disciplinary responsibility for all laboratory personnel of the group “Depolymerization & Functional Polymers” and, is responsible for project prioritization as well as preparation of research findings and reporting.
  
  

Key Responsibilities :

• Principal contact person for the Creavis laboratory at Thane, India
• Responsibility for EHSQ compliance of the whole Creavis lab. (Innovation Unit)
• Heading the laboratory group “Depolymerization & Functional Polymers” including disciplinary leadership responsibility for the other laboratory employees.
• Perform lab experiments.
• Lead and support projects focused on organic and/or polymer synthesis and depolymerization.
• Contributing to cutting-edge product development and characterization.
• Address technical challenges with innovative solutions to improve processes and products.
• Maintaining a safe, compliant lab environment, managing equipment, and coordinating chemical and waste handling with care and precision.
  
  

Education, Certification And/or Relevant Experience Required

• PhD in organic or polymer chemistry and approximately 4-5 years of relevant experience, alternatively a Master's degree combined with a minimum of 12-15 years of relevant industry experience.
  
  

Additional Skills And Abilities Required For This Position

• Fluent in written and spoken English mandatory.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to drive success in dynamic research environments
• Familiarity with intellectual property management, regulatory compliance, and lab safety practices
• Strong communication skills in an international working environment
  
  

Technical Knowledge (E.g., specialized knowledge required to perform all the required tasks)

• Organic and/or polymer chemistry background preferentially
• Chemical and mechanical analysis
• Proven hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, with an emphasis on synthetic techniques
  
  

Others (if Required By The Position)

• A high level of commitment and awareness for laboratory safety requirements
• A collaborative mindset that values teamwork and diverse approaches to problem-solving.
  
  

Your Application

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Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Sagar Khedekar

Company is

Evonik India