Lead scientist – r&d, laboratory and plant operations

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Lead Scientist – R&D, Laboratory and Plant Operations to lead laboratory research activities, process development, manufacturing systems, SOP implementation, scale-up activities, and overall plant operations for our upcoming extraction facility.
The role requires a combination of scientific expertise, laboratory leadership, process development capability, and operational management to support the organization from setup stage through commercial operations.
This is a high-responsibility leadership role with long-term growth potential.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory R&D Leadership
Lead and oversee all laboratory R&D activities related to extraction, formulation, analytical evaluation, and process improvement
Establish and manage laboratory systems, workflows, documentation, and testing protocols
Design and execute laboratory, pilot-scale, and process optimization trials
Develop scalable and ...