Group Lead 2 ( 82998965 )

Job Responsibilities :
Purpose of the Role - The Group Lead # Research Scientist is responsible for setting the strategic direction of research programs and leading multiple teams to deliver high-impact innovation aligned with business goals. The role involves driving technology development from concept to commercialization, solving complex and cross-functional challenges, and building strong technical capabilities within the organization. The individual works closely with senior leadership to shape the innovation agenda and ensure alignment with long-term business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee multiple research programs and portfolios with end-to-end accountability
Drive development of innovative technologies, products, or processes
Solve complex, high-impact technical challenges across domains and functions
Build and strengthen innovation pipelines, identifying and incubating breakthrough ideas
Mentor, coach, and develop senior scientists
Collaborate with business, operations, and external partners to translate research into value creation
Ensure quality and rigor in experimental design, data interpretation, and technical decision-making
Drive continuous improvement in research methodologies, infrastructure, and team capabilities
Champion intellectual property creation, protection, and portfolio strategy
Drive external collaborations with academia, startups, and industry partners
Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards across research activities
Influence investment decisions and resource allocation for research initiatives
Present strategic insights and recommendations to executive leadership forums
Technical Accountabilities :
Prepare the Annual Plan with clear quantitative targets in a time-bound manners for the Elastomer Group
Create new future portfolios of research inaddition polymerization in Elastomer related area.
Lead multiple research programmes in Elastomer Group.
Align activities of the Elastomer Group projects with Business & Manufacturing goals for performance enhancement and operational excellence
Assess new programmes of Elastomer Group and learn from the multiple ongoing programmes and recommend
Review charter / plan for research projects of the Elastomer Group
Anticipate constraints / trends and review alternatives for the smooth execution of the Elastomer Group
Envisage need for condensation / addition polymerization facilities / projects and then plan & Execute the up gradation process.
Anticipate customer / business needs for business & support in technology up gradation.
Become "guardian" of the exploratory ideas in related areas of condensation/ addition polymerization, acquire buy-ins from different technical groups and convert into a project proposal with details justification
Identify external agencies for collaborative / outsourcing, arrange resources in various areas of Elastomer areas. Identify specialists and Manage multiple third party engagements
Coordinator for lab accreditation activity of the addition / condensation polymerization and other related areas
Prepare and implement all the organizational initiative in Elastomer Group
Critical assessment of available information and data base Approve reports generated by scientist
Create the opportunities for value generation different areas of Elastomers
People and Self Development
Develop the competency level of every team members to perform in time bound manner and contribute to the organizational goal/objectives.
Very clear communication based on facts are to be done with the team for a transparent data based system
Motivation and interpersonal relationship development with the internal and external team members to achieve excellence, provide meaningful feedback for development of the young scientist
Identify the training requirements of the team members for various technical and nontechnical competencies and plan for the execution
Conflict handling and Problem solving of the team members in more assertive way as on when required
Supporting Leadership with factual informations for various technical and nontechnical activities of Lab/team
Learning and mentoring multiple team for technical and personal improvement
Manage all technical conference/presentation of team for skill and competencies development
Ensure compliance with internal management systems (PMS, ITR, etc.) and IP
Decide access-control for information in one’s own area
V & B Accountabilities
Exhibit high RIL six values and Behaviour in all activities related to RIL
Enforce and motivate all team members to showhighest level of V & B during all activities of RIL at all times
Train and ensure highest level of V & B exhibition to all new team mates
HSEF Accountabilities
Develop a safety culture among the teams with a frontline leadership
Decide new methodology and safe practices to ensure 100% HSEF procedures/practises in all technical activities inside RIL Laboratories and other workplaces and review the system as on when required. Revise the system when not giving the desired results.
Understand the local and central statuary regulations and prepare the process for 100 % compliance and ensure and monitor the implementations
Guide and mentor behavioural safety of self and team through various innovative ideas
Learning and mentoring teammates for R & D HSEF Objectives and RMS requirements
Learning and implementing the new/or upgraded management processes and mentoring of team for healthy and safe laboratory environment
Skills Required (Knowledge And Skills)
Techno-commercial mindset with the business acumen
Realistic Technical understanding of the project with timeline
Development of strategic area where technical expertise rarely exists/not approachable
Managing multiple tasks, team, projects and delivering within defined timeline.
Proper documentation for various technical research publication, patents.
Comfortable Working with cultural diverse environment
Key Attributes (Experience and Qualifications) for Group Lead – Elastomer Group
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Ph. D in Polymer Science / Rubber Technology / Polymer Technology / Chemistry
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
Ø Minimum 15 Years Of Experience In Condensation/addition Polymerization
Ø Advance knowledge in Polymer characterization for micro-macro analysis
Ø In depth knowledge of Rubber compounding ingredients and various Rubber product application
Ø Profound knowledge of Composite development based on rubber and other polymers
Ø Working experience inMelt blending and Extrusion
Ø Basic Knowledge biodegradability and biopolymers
Ø Hands on experience in Bench Scale synthesis, Scale up to kg scale and Plant scale
Ø Plant trouble shooting and process support for suspension Polymerization manufacturing facility
Ø Experience of handling a team size of 5 or more
Ø Basic Knowledge of project management or stage gate process management
Ø Basic Knowledge of Budget, CAPEX execution
Education Requirement :
PhD in Engineering / Science
(e.g., Chemical, Polymer, Materials, Mechanical, Biotechnology, or related fields)
Experience Requirement :
15#18 years of relevant experience in research, development, or technology leadership roles
Demonstrated experience in leading large research portfolios and delivering commercial impact
Strong track record of technology development, scale-up, and commercialization
Proven contributions in patents, publications, or industry-recognized innovations
Experience in cross-functional leadership and external collaborations
Skills & Competencies :
Deep technical and domain expertise with strong scientific credibility
Proven strategic thinking and innovation leadership
Ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and complex programs
Strong business acumen and ability to link research to commercial outcomes
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making capability
Strong communication and executive presence
Experience in building and mentoring high-performing teams
Ability to drive collaboration across internal and external ecosystems
Strong ownership and results orientation
Familiarity with emerging technologies and digital transformation

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