Associate Scientist/ Sr. Research Executive - Silica

Highly Dispersible Silica (HDS) is prepared by Tata chemicals for applications in Rubber Industry. The tyre formulations varying as per the requirement and hence the specifications of HDS also varies. This role would focus on understanding and implementing the commercial trials for production various grades of HDS developed at R&D scale. Through variation in the process chemistry, various grades of HDS will be synthesized. Need to develop the co-relation between the process parameters affecting the physical properties of Silica.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT
Detailed understanding of preparation of nanomaterials especially Silica.
Understanding the liquid phase reactions using silicates. Perform the reactions at semi pilot scale and study the mass balance ratios. Prepare detailed reports and make presentations.
Understand the R&D scale reactions and work with engineering team for implementation of commercial scale trials. Prepare detailed reports.
Understanding of different characterization techniques used for Silica. Detailed characterization & study characteristics such as surface area, external surface area, purity or content of silica. Work with the QA&QC team for developing SOPs for analysis of Silica. Work on implementation of ASTM methods for analysis of Silica

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The individual in this role will design & develop new product / innovations in the area of materials science.
Must have experience in working at pilot scale reactions and product development by conceiving new ideas, conducting research with detailed analysis, where technical and scientific answers are needed to support new product development.
He / she must facilitate fundamental understanding of the structural components and physicochemical properties of the developed materials and its varied applications.
The individual in this position is to demonstrate the understanding of the basic principles of material science & it s formulation to be used in applications like rubber composites.
Conduct laboratory experiments, tests, operates various characterization equipment in evaluation of synthesized Silica
Independently demonstrate ability to deliver projects within agreed time and budget
In a project leadership capacity, the candidate is expected to plan, develop, coordinate, and execute a number of significant projects.
Focus constantly on new innovation opportunities in the chosen field of research and find the quick solution to the business requirement.

PREFERRED SKILLS :
Conducting experiments, requiring understanding of basic science principles in synthesis of Silica
Interpret experimental results, develop Internal systems and procedures and ensure proper documentation of all the scientific and technical work
Capability to summarize experimental findings and conclude on different sets of a larger experiments
Plan the experiments at commercial scale and based on the results of iterations of experiments done
Greater familiarity of related work areas and capacity to suggest business process improvements
Broader knowledge of materials characterization equipment and their operations

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Education: M.Sc. / M. Tech / Ph.D. with two years of experience of relevant industrial experience
Subject Specialty: Materials Science, Chemical engineering, Chemistry

Essential Attributes:

Experience in synthesis of Silica
Experience with new product development for industrial products - preferably in the field of materials science & specialty chemical industry
Practical experience with innovation & project management
Strong product development abilities
Great attitude & forward looking individual