Research Chemist – Agro (R&D)

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Attibele, Karnataka, INPosted 5 days ago

Role Overview

Scimplify is hiring a mid-level Research Chemist – Agro (R&D). This is a full-time role in Attibele. Part of Scimplify's Lifecycle hiring, posted 5 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Lifecycle roles is $100k-$125k (based on 64 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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About Us

Scimplify is a specialty chemicals manufacturing company offering a full-stack solution—from R&D and custom synthesis to large-scale manufacturing and doorstep delivery. Headquartered in Bengaluru, India, we serve multiple industries ranging from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals and industrial chemicals to personal care and fragrances.

We enable 500+ businesses across 20+ countries to develop and scale innovative chemicals from lab to commercial production. We have raised over $54 million from top tier investors such as Accel and Bertelsmann, We are a team of 250+ professionals with entities in India, Japan, USA, UAE, and Indonesia.

Learn more about why Forbes thinks we are the top 100 startups in Asia to watch. ▶️ Scimplify Overview

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Chemist to lead research and development projects in our Agro R&D team. The candidate will take ownership of synthesis, process development, and formulation projects, mentor junior chemists, and help deliver high-quality agrochemical products from lab to pilot scale.

Key Responsibilities

Lead synthesis, purification, and characterization of agrochemical intermediates and actives.
Optimize reactions, processes, and formulations for efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
Support scale-up from lab to pilot plant and transfer processes to manufacturing.
Mentor and guide junior chemists, review experimental plans, and ensure scientific rigor.
Collaborate with analytical, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing teams.
Contribute to product lifecycle management and IP documentation (patents, innovations).
Ensure strict adherence to GLP, EHS, GMP, and laboratory safety protocols.
Drive innovation by suggesting new synthetic routes, formulations, or process improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies

Qualification M.Sc - Organic chemistry.
Hands-on experience in process development, lab-to-pilot scale-up, and formulation chemistry.
Strong analytical skills with familiarity in NMR, HPLC, GC, LC-MS.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements (GLP, EHS, GMP) for agrochemical R&D.
Strong project management, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead cutting-edge agrochemical R&D projects.
Exposure to the complete value chain, from synthesis → formulation → scale-up.
Collaborative and growth-oriented environment with mentoring responsibilities.

Interested candidate can share profile at neha.s@scimplify.com

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How do I apply for the Research Chemist – Agro (R&D) position at Scimplify?

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Where is the Research Chemist – Agro (R&D) position at Scimplify located?

This position is based in Attibele. Scimplify has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Research Chemist – Agro (R&D) at Scimplify earn?

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When was the Research Chemist – Agro (R&D) role at Scimplify posted?

This role was posted on June 29, 2026 (5 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.