Principal Chemist
Ecolab is hiring a Principal Chemist to lead research and development projects within their industrial platforms. The role involves designing and executing chemistry concepts, providing technical mentorship, and communicating results to cross-functional RDE teams. Candidates should have a background in formulation chemistry and experience with specialized systems like EPIC/CAS. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to large-scale global initiatives in clean water and energy.
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Experience
1-5 years
Function
Research
Work mode
Onsite, India
Company
Tier 2
What you will work on
Ecolab is hiring a Principal Chemist to lead research and development projects within their industrial platforms. The role involves designing and executing chemistry concepts, providing technical mentorship, and communicating results to cross-functional RDE teams. Candidates should have a background in formulation chemistry and experience with specialized systems like EPIC/CAS. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to large-scale global initiatives in clean water and energy.
TAL's take
Solid role at a large, established multinational industrial firm with clear senior responsibilities and technical mentorship.
Very clear responsibilities focused on R&D, chemistry, and team leadership, with defined qualifications and expectations.
Salaries at Ecolab
18.2 LPA average
Based on 10 Grapevine salary entries for Ecolab.
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6 LPA average
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7 LPA average
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Engineering
4 - 6 years | L2
14 LPA average
Range: 14 - 14 LPA
Other roles
4 - 6 years | L2
16 LPA average
Range: 16 - 16 LPA
Must haves
- Bachelor’s with 5 years R&D, Master’s with 3 years, or Ph.D. with 1 year
- 1 year of formulation chemistry experience
- Experience working with EPIC/CAS
Tools and skills
Nice to have: statistics.
About the company
Large established global industrial company, not a pure tech-centric firm but a well-known leader in its sector.