Research Scientist
Croda
Date: 1 week ago
City: Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Contract type: Full time
Research Scientist - Textile Auxiliaries and Finishing
Croda is a FTSE100 organisation focused on our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With a market capitalisation of ~£6 billion and nearly 6,000 employees globally, we are innovating novel and sustainable ingredients for the Textiles and Surface coatings industry through our commitment to sustainability and customer centricity.
As our Textile business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Research Scientist to join our organisation to lead the research laboratory for textile auxiliaries and finishing chemicals.
Reporting into the R&T Manager of our Industrial Specialities business, you will be conducting research and development projects in Textile auxiliaries for pretreatment dyeing and finishing chemical formulations.
Who We’re Looking For
At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
Degree qualified in Textile Chemistry/Organic chemistry or relevant subject.
Extensive experience in carrying out experiments (research projects) for Textile Auxiliaries and finishing chemicals
Proven expertise in developing formulations for the textile industry.
Must have the ability to progress on multiple projects simultaneously to successful conclusion under own initiative.
Basic knowledge of use of computer softwares for reports, analytics, chemical screening, literature/patent search etc.
Creative and tenacious with good planning and problem-solving skills.
Adaptable around changing project requirements and priorities.
What You’ll Be Doing
Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
Applying technical knowledge to develop new and existing products to meet market needs which consist of solving both complex and straightforward problems for the pretreatment, dyeing and finishing of the textiles.
Design and carry out laboratory experiments.Review the results and seek answers to problems encountered through collection of data and investigation.Propose how to proceed with next experiment/stage of project.
Maintain understanding by close coordination within research group and through technical reports to the rest of the business in which complex scientific information is presented in appropriate form for the audience.
Set up and carry out plant trials after the development of the products in the textiles portfolio, liaising when necessary with other technical and commercial teams.
Propose most viable development routes in projects and consult line manager for support when necessary.
Planning and running multiple projects and carrying out experiments of varying complexity to deliver new products on time to the business of Textile and Fibres.
Run projects that range from a couple of days to six months or year.
Explore creative solutions to problems within a designed area but is restricted by the core science of surfactants for application in textiles and fibres.
Develop and enhance knowledge of technology area and relevant scientific techniques and continuously improve research capability of the team members.
What We Offer
Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
Best in Industry medical facilities
Private medical insurance
Access to share plans
Generous parental leave
Free car parking on Croda sites
Additional Information
Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Croda is a FTSE100 organisation focused on our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With a market capitalisation of ~£6 billion and nearly 6,000 employees globally, we are innovating novel and sustainable ingredients for the Textiles and Surface coatings industry through our commitment to sustainability and customer centricity.
As our Textile business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Research Scientist to join our organisation to lead the research laboratory for textile auxiliaries and finishing chemicals.
Reporting into the R&T Manager of our Industrial Specialities business, you will be conducting research and development projects in Textile auxiliaries for pretreatment dyeing and finishing chemical formulations.
Who We’re Looking For
At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
Degree qualified in Textile Chemistry/Organic chemistry or relevant subject.
Extensive experience in carrying out experiments (research projects) for Textile Auxiliaries and finishing chemicals
Proven expertise in developing formulations for the textile industry.
Must have the ability to progress on multiple projects simultaneously to successful conclusion under own initiative.
Basic knowledge of use of computer softwares for reports, analytics, chemical screening, literature/patent search etc.
Creative and tenacious with good planning and problem-solving skills.
Adaptable around changing project requirements and priorities.
What You’ll Be Doing
Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
Applying technical knowledge to develop new and existing products to meet market needs which consist of solving both complex and straightforward problems for the pretreatment, dyeing and finishing of the textiles.
Design and carry out laboratory experiments.Review the results and seek answers to problems encountered through collection of data and investigation.Propose how to proceed with next experiment/stage of project.
Maintain understanding by close coordination within research group and through technical reports to the rest of the business in which complex scientific information is presented in appropriate form for the audience.
Set up and carry out plant trials after the development of the products in the textiles portfolio, liaising when necessary with other technical and commercial teams.
Propose most viable development routes in projects and consult line manager for support when necessary.
Planning and running multiple projects and carrying out experiments of varying complexity to deliver new products on time to the business of Textile and Fibres.
Run projects that range from a couple of days to six months or year.
Explore creative solutions to problems within a designed area but is restricted by the core science of surfactants for application in textiles and fibres.
Develop and enhance knowledge of technology area and relevant scientific techniques and continuously improve research capability of the team members.
What We Offer
Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
Best in Industry medical facilities
Private medical insurance
Access to share plans
Generous parental leave
Free car parking on Croda sites
Additional Information
Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
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