Research Jobs at Ecolab | Chemist Job Role
Research Jobs at Ecolab. The role of an RD&E Chemist at Ecolab Pune offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to material innovation, sustainability, and product optimization. With Ecolab’s strong global presence in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions, this position empowers professionals to support complex projects, strengthen supply resilience, and enhance operational efficiency across the IMEA region. This article explores the job purpose, responsibilities, qualifications, and work environment associated with this impactful role. Interested candidates apply for the exciting opportunity at Ecolab Careers.
- Job Title: RD&E Chemist: Operation Innovation
- Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
- Category: Research, Development & Engineering
- Job ID: R00266261
Job Purpose
Individual will be part of the Operational Innovation team, driving value in the sourcing of raw materials by enabling material cost optimization, supply resilience, and revenue growth. The primary responsibility is to support raw material alternate supplier approval projects, localizations, and finish good cost optimization. Ecolab operates in an increasingly complex environment, and OI resources are needed to help ensure that alternative supplier approvals maintain compliance with regulations. The successful candidate will gain insight into Ecolab raw materials and could take on greater responsibilities within Bridge.
Responsibilities
- Follow all safety policies and guidelines during lab work and site visits
- Ability to quickly learn processes, software, and deliver on the objectives impactfully
- Assessment and qualification of various raw materials; development of lab test protocols for new raws qualification for new supplier approval
- Requires working on benches, conducting wet chemistry experiments, 60-80% of the time depending on needs
- Conduct product formulation preparations, product stability studies with other chemicals/materials, performance studies
- Able to conduct literature search and solve problems in areas of water, wastewater, food, hygiene, chemicals, and packaging materials
- Work as a key technical contributor on projects/experiments/research of significant scope and complexity with very high impact on the business
- Act with considerable latitude in determining technical approach required to meet desired outcomes
- Interpret experimental/field trial data and communicate results clearly to peers and project teams in written reports and oral presentations
- Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure and still deliver on time
- Be an advocate of the region during Global meetings/forums to provide the regional needs and highlight challenges and opportunities of the IMEA region
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s in Organic/Inorganic/Polymer chemistry
- 2-4 years of industrial experience
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Open-minded team player, also a self-starter
- Focused and driven, while at the same time agile and flexible with the approach and assignments
- Good hands-on and lab practices
- Strong problem-solving skills
Working Conditions
- This job requires working in a world-class research facility in Pune, India.
- Travel 10-20% of total time
Salary: As per the industry standard and commensurate with experience
Benefits We Offer
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. We offer benefits to support our associates’ health and wellness, such as healthcare and time-away policies. We also offer benefits designed to promote our associates’ financial well-being, including short- and long-term financial incentives and retirement income and planning. Specific offerings may vary by location. For more detailed information, please speak with your recruiter.
