R&D Manager; OTC​/Formulations

Position: R&D Manager (OTC/Formulations)
** R&D Manager (OTC/Formulations)*
* Laboratory

Columbus, Indiana, US

+ Added - 28/05/2026

Pay Rate Low: 90000 | Pay Rate High: 130000

** R&D Manager (Chemistry)*
* Columbus, IN

$90,000 - $130,000 + Benefits

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

We are seeking a
** hands-on R&D Manager
** to lead research and product development initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing and research environment. This role is ideal for an experienced chemist who has successfully
** taken projects from concept through validation and implementation
** and is ready to step into a leadership position while remaining technically engaged in the lab.

The ideal candidate will combine
** strong scientific expertise with leadership capability** , guiding a small team while driving innovation, product development, and process improvements.

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Lead
** research and development projects from concept through validation and implementation*
* + Provide
** technical leadership and mentorship
** to a small team of chemists and laboratory staff

+ Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results to support product and process innovation

+ Develop
** new formulations, materials, or processes
** aligned with business objectives

+ Troubleshoot technical challenges and optimize existing products or manufacturing processes

+ Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and ensure adherence to
** safety, regulatory, and quality standards*
* + Collaborate cross-functionally with
** production, quality, and regulatory teams*
* + Present technical findings, project updates, and recommendations to leadership

+ Evaluate and prioritize R&D initiatives based on
** business needs, technical feasibility, and available resources*
* ** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's or Master's degree in
** Chemistry or a related scientific field*
* +  
** 5+ years of hands-on experience
** as a chemist in an industrial, manufacturing, or research environment

+  
** 1-2 years of leadership experience** (team lead, project lead, or supervisory role)

+ Experience
** developing projects from concept through validation and implementation*
* + Strong knowledge of
** experimental design, laboratory best practices, and data analysis*
* + Excellent
** problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills*
* ** Preferred Qualifications*
* +

Experience with
** product development or formulation chemistry*
* + Familiarity with
** regulatory and quality compliance standards*
* + Ability to manage
** multiple R&D projects simultaneously*
* + Experience working in a
** research or manufacturing environment*
* ** What We're Looking For*
* + A
** credible technical leader
** who can confidently guide projects and teams

+ A
** hands-on scientist
** who enjoys both lab work and leadership responsibilities

+ Someone who can
** bridge R&D and manufacturing
** to drive real-world implementation of innovations

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.