Chemist, Industrial

Aliases: Chemist, Pharmaceutics

Industry/Sector(s): Life Sciences

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Chemist, Industrial is expected to perform include:

Analysing samples of heavy chemicals, hydrogenation of oils, fertilizers, cosmetics, etc.
Studying chemical properties of raw ingredients, chemical reactions being effected and composition of final product
Applying findings in collaboration with Production Manager and Chemical Engineer
Prescribing rate of feeding of raw materials
Testing samples at different stages of production
Regulating chemical reactions by various processes such as application or pressure or vacuum, introduction of catalyst, evaporation and filtration
Testing samples of final product and making any needed adjustments in manufacture process to maintain prescribed standards

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 3}

It is not a field job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is not a part of this job
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Organizations usually work for 6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ²

Preferably, B Sc. in Chemistry

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Knowledge of analysing samples at different stages of production
Skilled at understanding chemical properties of raw materials
Ability to regulate chemical reactions by various processes
Well-versed in testing samples and final products

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Good communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Research and problem-solving skills
Quality conscious

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

Scottish Church College
www.scottishchurch.ac.in/
Hansraj College
Hindu College
St. Stephens College
Acharya Narendra Dev College (University of Delhi)

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

http://www.loyolacollege.edu/docs/Chemistry.pdf

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ⁴

Trainee → Chemist, Industrial → Senior Chemist → Lead Researcher

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ²

For candidates with over 2 years of experience – Rs 12,500 to Rs 29,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ²

Generally, 2 to 5 years of experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ²

Pharmaceutical industries and institutions
Personal care and cosmetics firms
Research institutes
Schools and government laboratories
Industries involved in manufacturing and processing of food and beverage products such as cheese, noodles, jams, biscuits and readymade food

KEYWORDS

Chemist
Pharmaceutics
Process Development Chemist

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	2113.0600	Chemist, Industrial
ISCO 2008	2113	Chemists
NIC 2008	72100	Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 2
2	http://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Process_Development_Chemist/Salary
3	http://www.nsdcindia.org/
4	https://www.infosys.com/industries/life-sciences
5	http://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/global/Documents/Life-Sciences-Health-Care/gx-lshc-2015-life-sciences-report-india.pdf
6	http://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Production-Chemist-ointment-Cream-Shampoo-Cosmetics--Ecotrail-Personal-Care-Pvt-Ltd--Ahmedabad-2-to-5-years-260516004051?src=jobsearchDesk&sid=14656765414804&xp=9&qp=chemist,%20production&srcPage=s
7	http://www.naukri.com/chemist-production-jobs
8	http://socialjustice.nic.in/
9	http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-2.pdf

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