R&D Manager

R&D Manager

Science & Research

Columbus, Indiana, US

• Added - 01/06/2026

Pay Rate Low: 90000 | Pay Rate High: 100000

Join a team in the pharmaceutical manufacturing and healthcare products industry where hands-on experimentation meets early leadership. Shape projects, mentor talent, and push the boundaries of product and process innovation.

Salary Range: $90,000 – $100,000 annually

Location: Columbus, Indiana

Job type: Direct- hire

Summary:

This position is ideal for a hands-on chemist with strong technical expertise who is ready to step into a leadership role. The role blends conducting experiments with guiding a small team, driving innovation in product development or process improvement, while maintaining a strong focus on quality, compliance, and scientific excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects from idea to implementation.

• Supervise and mentor chemists or lab technicians.

• Design experiments, analyze results, and draw conclusions.

• Develop new formulations, materials, or processes aligned with business goals.

• Troubleshoot and optimize existing products or processes.

• Maintain accurate lab documentation; ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate with production, quality, and regulatory teams.

• Present findings and recommendations to leadership or clients.

• Prioritize projects based on business needs, feasibility, and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry or related field.

• 5+ years hands-on chemistry experience in industrial, manufacturing, or research settings.

• 1–2 years leadership experience (team lead, project lead, etc.).

• Strong knowledge of lab practices, experimental design, and data analysis.

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Experience in product development or formulation.

• Familiarity with regulatory and quality compliance standards.

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.

*This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you! *

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