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LANXESS is hiring an Assistant Manager-Research scientist in Thane (W), IN-MH, India, 400604. This LANXESS research scientist job is open to chemistry graduates. The role requires a Master’s degree/Ph.D (or Bachelor’s with relevant experience) in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry or Chemical Sciences.

  • Job Title: Assistant Manager-Research scientist
  • Location: Thane (W), IN-MH, India, 400604
  • Category: Application & Product Development
  • Job ID: 8379

About LANXESS

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals group that develops and produces chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals, and high-tech plastics. The company has more than 13,000 employees and operates across various industries, supporting product development and technical applications.

Job Description

The Research scientist at the Thane site supports basic formulation work, new product/application development, and execution of analytical testing to address customer requirements. The role provides timely technical support by generating and sharing reliable data with customers and resolving application-related queries. Working closely with the business team, this position contributes to customer satisfaction, product evaluation, and strengthening LANXESS’s technical service capabilities and market support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform formulation and application development work for flavor and fragrance business unit to support customer requirements and regional business opportunities.
  • Execute analytical testing, sample preparation, stability checks and generate reliable technical data to support customer queries and support new product evaluations.
  • Support new product and application development project and adoption of global formulations for local market needs.
  • Prepare customer samples, conduct application trials, and support evaluation (including basic sensory coordination where applicable).
  • Ensure laboratory compliance, documentation, safety, and efficient lab operations while providing timely technical support to the business team and customers.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Education: Master’s degree/Ph.D (or Bachelor’s with relevant experience) in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Chemical Sciences.
  • Work Experience: 3-5 Years

Required Skills

Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and its formulation, application development, or analytical testing, preferably in Flavors & Fragrances or specialty chemicals application/synthetic labs. Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques, sample preparation, data generation, and collaboration with business and global technical teams is preferred. Effective communication skills with team members and colleagues. Good English communication skills and proven ability to take direction and follow through with actions quickly to accomplish goals.

What LANXESS Offers

  • Compensation: LANXESS offers competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: LANXESS provides a mixture of various benefits to support financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
  • Work-Life & Flexibility: LANXESS supports employees in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With the global “Xwork” program, LANXESS offers flexible working arrangements in all countries in which it operates.
  • Training & Development: LANXESS is committed to professional and personal development and encourages ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
  • Diversity: For LANXESS, talent matters, and it welcomes everyone who commits to its values. LANXESS strongly believes that including diverse perspectives makes it more innovative and enhances its competitiveness. Therefore, it embraces the uniqueness of every single individual and is truly committed to supporting its people in developing their individual potential.

The LANXESS research scientist job is an opportunity for experienced chemistry professionals interested in formulation, synthetic organic chemistry, analytical testing, and product development. Candidates with 3–5 years of relevant experience and the required educational qualifications can explore this position in Thane, Maharashtra, through the official LANXESS careers portal.

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