Senior Corporate Communication at Praxis Consutants
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Head - R&D - Adhesives & Construction Chemicals (18-30 yrs)
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all R&D initiatives focused on formulation development, application innovation, and new product launches for industrial adhesives.
- Drive end-to-end new product development (NPD) from concept, formulation, lab trials, and performance testing to pilot scale-up and plant-level validation.
- Develop advanced adhesive solutions including rubber-based, PVC-compatible, pressure-sensitive, solvent-based, water-based, and hot-melt adhesives for various applications.
- Identify market gaps and customer needs through collaboration with sales, marketing, and key clients to define R&D priorities.
- Ensure all formulations comply with Indian standards (BIS, ISI) and regulatory norms (CPCB, SPCB, EHS).
- Integrate sustainable, cost-effective raw materials into new developments without compromising performance.
- Liaise with testing and certification agencies (e.g., CIPET, NABL labs) for product validation and customer approvals.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the R&D team.
- Maintain technical documentation, project timelines, and ensure knowledge transfer to manufacturing.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Ph.D./M.Tech/M.Sc in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.
- Minimum 15 years of R&D experience, preferably in the adhesives, polymers, or specialty chemicals industry.
- Proven track record of successful new product launches in adhesives for segments like construction, footwear, packaging, or automotive.
- Strong understanding of adhesion mechanisms, polymer chemistry, formulation science, and lab/pilot/plant scale transitions.
- Familiar with Indian regulatory frameworks BIS, CPCB, RoHS, and ISO certifications.
- Excellent leadership, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
