MKS Instruments

Chemist-Raw Material Qualification ,R&D

India · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerMKS Instruments
LocationIndia
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted25 Sep 2026

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Chemist at MKS MSD, you will execute development activities in partnership with cross-functional teams. You will independently drive R&D projects, propose innovative technical strategies, and ensure high‑quality project execution aligned with departmental and organizational objectives. You will collaborate closely with the team manager, R&D manager, and other technical groups, maintaining clear communication and a strong culture of accountability and innovation. Customer (internal or external) interaction for troubleshooting, process optimization, and on-site support may be required.

You Will Make an Impact By:

Operation on Electroplating Lab and Line scale equipment
Conduct Chemical / Materials / Physical Analysis in Lab
Analysis of reports to bring out effective information for Project
Project planning as well as follow-up and control of execution through electroplating experiments
Creation of documents, regulations and reports following ISO norms
Equipment Maintenance and Calibration
Conducting advanced testing, analysis, qualification, and validation of products with high technical rigor.
Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure smooth project progression and milestone alignment.
Documenting research activities, results, and conclusions according to prescribed formats.
Driving proactive communication of project status, risks, and technical insights to stakeholders.
Ensuring best practices in lab operations, safety, 5S, and technical excellence.
Leading customer troubleshooting, process optimization, and technical site visits as required.

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Skills You Bring:

MSc in Chemistry with 3+ years of relevant R&D/industrial experience.
Strong technical depth in organic/inorganic/ electro-chemistry
Demonstrated experience leading DoEs, experimental planning, and complex problem‑solving.
Ability to analyze results, draw accurate conclusions, and propose scientifically sound next steps.
Good communication, collaboration.
Creative, structured, and methodical approach to technical challenges.
High ownership, self‑motivation, and ability to drive tasks from concept to completion.

Preferred Skills: (Optional)

Experience leading R&D projects.
Strong background in performing lab testing.
In‑depth understanding of structure–property relationships in organic and inorganic molecules.
Strong Knowledge of Safety protocols to be followed in Labs.
Hands‑on experience with customer technical support, troubleshooting, and application development.

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Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to various export control regulations. Applicants for these positions may be limited (by, for example, their countries of citizenship, country of origin, or immigration status) where required by law or governmental contact, and/or employment made contingent upon the issuance of appropriate governmental licensing.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies.MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: accommodationsatMKS@mksinst.com.

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