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New Castle, DE, United States of America

Research & Technology Manager – Crop Protection

Croda is a FTSE 100 organization where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, creates ‘our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialize in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Research & Technology Manager, who will play a critical part in translating scientific discovery into sustainable, high-impact solutions—leading teams, driving technology innovation, and delivering programs that support Croda’s long-term growth while transforming scientific discovery into sustainable business success.

• Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within R&D or technology management, ideally in agriculture specialty chemicals, crop protection, and life sciences.
• Proven ability to lead complex innovation programs from concept through commercialization.
• Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of how to connect science, sustainability, and business outcomes.
• Passion for innovation with a collaborative mindset and ability to influence across a global organization.

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team of scientists and technical experts, fostering a culture aligned with Croda’s values of collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in the agriculture sector.
• Define and execute agriculture R&D strategies that support our Smart Science vision and align with commercial and sustainability goals.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio of crop protection research programs, ensuring delivery of innovative, market-relevant, and sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate closely with commercial, marketing, and global life science teams to translate customer and market insights into differentiated technologies.
• Manage resources, budgets, and project pipelines to deliver maximum value and impact.
• Champion continuous improvement, driving new ways of working that accelerate innovation and strengthen Croda’s technical leadership in the agriculture marketplace.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
• Wellness Reimbursement.
• Parental Leave.
• Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.

This is a site-based role located in New Castle, DE.

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.