R&D Manager

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Sharonville, OH, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Manufacturing
The Role
The R&D Manager executes the R&D strategy, manages product development, leads technical teams, and fosters innovation and collaboration across departments.
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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Innovation

  • Execute the R&D and Applications strategy aligned with corporate vision and the strategic technology roadmap.

  • Lead multi-year product and technology pipelines, ensuring a balance of incremental improvement and breakthrough innovation.

  • Serve on the LOOP team

Research & Development Management

  • Oversee the full lifecycle of product development—from concept and feasibility to scale-up, commercialization, and post-launch optimization.

  • Ensure all R&D activities meet quality, safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

  • Implement strong project management, documentation, and stage-gate processes.

  • Drive continuous improvement in laboratory capabilities, testing methodologies, and technology platforms.

Applications & Technical Service Leadership

  • Lead Applications and Technical Service teams in delivering customer-centered support, product adoption, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

  • Strengthen relationships with strategic customers by providing technical expertise.

  • Translate customer requirements into product specifications and development opportunities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner closely with Portfolio to align prioritized projects with clear deliverables.

  • Support commercial teams by providing technical training, product performance data, and differentiation insights.

  • Collaborate with Procurement and Operations regarding raw materials, formulations, and manufacturability.

People Leadership

  • Foster a culture of innovation, safety, accountability, and scientific excellence.

  • Guide and assist in succession planning and capability growth within the department.

  • Guide and assist in shaping career advancement programs on the non-managerial track.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s (or higher) degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in chemicals R&D.

  • Proven track record of successful product development and commercialization.

  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements.

  • Exceptional leadership, organization, and communication skills.

  • Domestic and International Travel up to 10%

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DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.

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Chemical Engineering
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The Company
Jacksonville, Florida
775 Employees
Year Founded: 1990

What We Do

DuBois has been serving customers since 1920. Our value added specialty cleaning and process solutions are designed to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our customers around the world. Here are a few examples of the various markets we serve: General manufacturing Pulp and paper making Transportation cleaning Water treatment DuBois is an industry leader in using innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. We strive to be the best in listening to and serving our customers. DuBois has over 400 sales and technical representatives across North America. Our Cincinnati, Ohio office, laboratory and production facility occupies 105,000 square feet and has over 150 employees including scientists, customer service representatives, and production associates

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