Polymer Chemist

About the Company

Craste specializes in creating advanced materials utilizing agricultural crop residue through innovative patented manufacturing methods. Their products are carbon negative, free of formaldehyde, and independent of timber resources, addressing issues like crop burning, indoor air pollution, and deforestation. The company emphasizes sustainable innovation and industrial performance, while supporting farmer livelihoods and fostering impactful changes at the supply chain's grassroots level.

Role Overview

This position requires a practical, hands-on approach focused on developing adhesive formulations—from laboratory experiments and characterization to full-scale industrial production. The candidate will work at the intersection of lab research and real-world implementation, ensuring formulation insights translate effectively into scalable manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and refine adhesive formulations for binder systems used in engineered composite materials.
• Design and conduct structured lab trials with thorough documentation.
• Perform detailed material characterization and analyze results to generate actionable insights.
• Maintain comprehensive records and compile technical reports.
• Identify formulation performance gaps and recommend improvements driven by data analysis.
• Facilitate scaling formulations from laboratory to production scale.
• Ensure proper management of lab inventory, chemical storage, and equipment following safety protocols.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to ensure formulation outcomes meet application needs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline (B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Tech, M.Tech).
• Proficient laboratory skills including safe chemical handling, experimental design, and precise data logging.
• Experience in R&D covering formulation development, testing, and scaling is advantageous.
• Knowledge of polymers, polymer blends, or composite materials, especially within construction or industrial sectors.
• Understanding of test method development, routine testing, and interpretation to improve processes.
• Familiarity with analytical instruments and basic statistical techniques for analyzing experiments is a plus.
• Ability to comprehend technical literature and applicable material standards.
• Experience or awareness of scale-up challenges in industrial manufacturing is beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A keen interest in sustainability, circular economy principles, and environmentally friendly material innovation.
• Proficiency in MS Office and clear documentation practices.

Additional Information

The company welcomes applications from candidates at all experience levels.