R&D Manager (Chemistry)

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Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Take the Lead in R&D Without Leaving the Lab Behind! Are you an experienced chemist who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and leading others? This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands-on chemistry with leadership, guiding a talented laboratory team while taking ownership of innovative product and process development projects from concept through implementation. Pay : $110k-$120k Schedule : Mon-Fri 8a-5p Type of Job : Direct Hire Location : Columbus, IN Benefits Offered: Medical and Prescription Health Insurance Life Insurance/ Disability Insurance 401k with Company Match Employee Development/Training Opportunities R&D Manager (Chemistry)Daily Tasks: What you will do: Oversee laboratory research initiatives focused on developing, improving, and introducing chemical products and manufacturing processes. Direct technical projects through feasibility assessment, experimental development, performance testing, validation, and operational adoption. Provide day-to-day guidance, technical coaching, and professional development support to laboratory personnel. Perform and oversee scientific experiments, assess analytical findings, and recommend improvements based on documented results. Investigate formulation challenges, product inconsistencies, and process-related issues to identify sustainable technical solutions. Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to support product scale-up, process improvements, and successful technology transfers. Establish research priorities, coordinate laboratory resources, and monitor progress against project objectives. Ensure experimental procedures, technical records, and laboratory practices meet applicable quality and safety expectations. Communicate research outcomes, technical recommendations, project risks, and development milestones to internal stakeholders. Promote a collaborative, accountable laboratory environment that encourages innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. R&D Manager (Chemistry)Qualifications/Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Science, or a closely related technical discipline. Minimum of five years of practical chemistry experience within an industrial laboratory, manufacturing facility, or applied research environment. At least one to two years of experience directing technical employees, coordinating scientific teams, or providing formal project leadership. Proven ability to lead chemical research or product development initiatives from initial design through successful testing and implementation. Strong understanding of laboratory experimentation, chemical analysis, data interpretation, and technical problem-solving. xzbcwsv We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!