R&D Chemist – Specialty Intermediates

Flychem is looking for a passionate and execution-oriented R&D Chemist to support development of specialty intermediates and functional ingredients across cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical platforms. The role will involve laboratory synthesis, reaction monitoring, purification, process optimization, analytical support, and scale-up assistance for heterocyclic and specialty chemical projects. The candidate will work closely with senior R&D scientists on development and commercialization projects for both in-house manufacturing and external manufacturing partners.

Key Responsibilities
Support laboratory synthesis of specialty intermediates and functional ingredients
Execute reactions related to pyridine, pyridone, triazine, imidazole, pyrimidine, cyclic ketone, UV filter, and resorcinol chemistries
Perform reaction monitoring, filtration, crystallization, extraction, distillation, drying, and purification activities
Handle laboratory reactors, glassware, and analytical instruments
Support process optimization and yield improvement studies
Maintain laboratory records, reaction logs, and technical documentation
Assist in pilot-scale and scale-up activities
Coordinate sample preparation for QC and analytical testing
Support technology transfer activities with external manufacturing partners
Follow laboratory safety and chemical handling procedures

Preferred Technology Exposure
Pyridine chemistry
Pyridone chemistry
Cyanuric chloride and triazine chemistry
Imidazole chemistry
Pyrimidine chemistry
Resorcinol derivatives
UV filter intermediates
Retinoid chemistry
Esterification chemistry
Specialty cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical intermediates

Required Qualifications
M.Sc /

B.Tech / M.Tech in Organic Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or related field
2–5 years of industrial R&D experience preferred
Basic understanding of organic synthesis and process chemistry
Experience working in laboratory environments
Familiarity with analytical tools such as HPLC, GC, KF, UV, or IR preferred
Good documentation and reporting capability
Strong willingness to learn and execute experiments independently

What We Offer
Opportunity to work on advanced specialty intermediate platforms
Exposure to cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical chemistry projects
Innovation-driven work environment
Hands-on exposure to process development and scale-up

How to Apply?

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