Research Assistant

About Reliance Industries

RIL was founded by Dhirubhai Ambani in 1966 as a textile company. Over the next three decades, the company diversified into petrochemicals, refining, and oil and gas exploration and production. In 2002, Reliance became the first private sector company in India to be listed on the Fortune 500 list. In 2016, RIL's revenues reached US$60.5 billion. Today, RIL is the second most valuable company in India with a market capitalization of over $100 billion.

Your role

• Carry out assigned technical jobs of conducting experiments and upkeep of equipment/units laboratory/pilot plant and record data with diligence.
• Set up reactor assemblies /experimental setups to carry out tests/experiments.
• Carry out preparation/synthesis of samples on a lab scale. 
• Doing structural, textural & mechanical testing/ characterization using relevant equipment such as XRD, Physisorption/chemisorption unit, TPD, microscopy, Thermal analyzer, IR/UV-Visible spectrometer, GC, HPLC etc.
• Upkeep of reactors & analytical instruments and usage log in laboratory/pilot plant
• Maintain a record of spares/consumables lab and initiate the procedure for replenishment

Training, development & rotations

Reliance identifies and develops high-potential talent within the organisation and provides them with accelerated learning and growth opportunities. There are various initiatives taken by the organisation to achieve this, including on-the-job training, digital learning, coaching and workshops.

Salary & Benefits

The average salary at Reliance Industries for freshers varies from INR 2,70,000 Lakh per year for Executive to INR 17.2 Lakhs per year for Management trainees. (Source: Ambitionbox)

Benefits:

• Education assistance
• Paternity leave
• Maternity leave
• Medical cover
• Relocation allowance
• Company leased vehicle

Work-life balance

According to the Ambition box, work-life balance at Reliance Industries is rated at 3.7 out of 5. Work days are usually from Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings).

Culture & vibe

The culture at Reliance is that of a traditional Indian conglomerate. The company is family-owned and run by the Ambani brothers, Mukesh and Anil. The company has a diversified workforce with employees from all over India. The work environment is professional and disciplined.

About you

Education Requirement:

• MSc (preferable) in chemistry/biology

Experience Requirement:

• Fresh to 3 years in Industrial Chemical laboratory or QA/QC laboratory.

Skills & Competencies:

• Follow applicable HSE procedures/ practices in conducting experiments & ensure compliance by team members.
• Show higher level awareness of environmental, site, statutory, and IP regulations and adherence to them
• Handle chemicals and tools as per safety norms while conducting experiments
• Understand MSDS of chemicals being handled in experiments and take adequate steps to mitigate hazards.
• Ensure safe working conditions in laboratory & pilot plant
• Ensure good housekeeping at the workplace

How to apply

All open positions are posted on their career page. And all applications at Reliance Industries must be submitted through their Careers page. To apply for this role, just click on the Apply button, which navigates to the career section where the application can be submitted easily.

The hiring procedure of Reliance Company consists of 3 processes. They are:

• Written test (Aptitude)
• Technical written test
• Technical and HR interview