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Pet Nutritionist

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

This role is responsible for supporting formulation development, nutritional analysis, ingredient ... This is an excellent opportunity for a nutrition professional looking to make a direct impact on ...

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R&d Scientist

Pleasant Prairie, WI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

... direct-to-metal coatings. * Develop waterborne coating formulations from scratch, selecting ... Manage formulation projects end-to-end, from concept development through lab work, scale-up, and ...

Plantible Foods, Inc.

WI · On-site

Map the customer formulation, process constraints and current ingredient cost stack. * Specify and direct application trials. Internal and customer R&D execute; you set the hypothesis, read the ...

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Lone Star Bakery

WI · On-site

Lone Star Bakery, Inc. is looking for a QA director to effectively manage and implement policies ... and development department and production in the formulation of a new product, as well as in the ...

Ornua Co-operative Limited

R&D Scientist

Hilbert, WI · On-site

... R&D Director Location(s): Hilbert, WI Ornua is a leading dairy company and the proud owner of ... Establishes control limits for production items and manages process/formulation changes. * All ...

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What is a Director Formulation Development?

A Director of Formulation Development leads the design and optimization of pharmaceutical formulations, ensuring they meet quality, regulatory, and performance standards. They oversee research, guide teams in developing new drug delivery systems, and collaborate with regulatory and manufacturing teams. This role requires expertise in chemistry, pharmaceutics, and process development to ensure successful product commercialization. Additionally, they manage project timelines, budgets, and technical challenges to drive innovation in drug formulation.

What does a Director Formulation Development do?

As a Director Formulation Development, you will oversee the design and optimization of drug formulations, lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists, and ensure that projects meet quality, budget, and timeline expectations. Your daily activities often include strategic planning, reviewing progress reports, troubleshooting formulation challenges, and collaborating with regulatory, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments. You may also interact with upper management to report on key milestones and contribute to long-term product development strategies. This role offers opportunities to influence project pipelines and play a central part in bringing new therapies to market.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Director Formulation Development?

A Director Formulation Development typically requires an advanced degree in pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry, or a related field, along with significant experience in drug formulation and team management. Familiarity with industry-standard formulation software, regulatory compliance systems, and relevant certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma are highly valued. Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills help set high performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities are critical for driving innovative product development, ensuring regulatory compliance, and effectively leading cross-functional teams.

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Chemical Laboratory - Research & Development Chemist

Superior, WI • On-site

Amsoil, Inc.
Oil and Gas Extraction • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

AMSOIL is a technology-focused lubricant manufacturer headquartered in Superior, Wis. From introducing the world's first API-qualified synthetic motor oil to designing the first wind turbine gear oil to deliver extended drain intervals, our company history is a checklist of industry firsts. We are known for disrupting the industry with innovative products that redefine quality and help customers elicit maximum performance and life from their vehicles and equipment. We serve a broad range of customers, from automotive and powersports enthusiasts to industrial manufacturing plant managers. We are growing rapidly and provide a collaborative work environment with excellent work/life balance.
AMSOIL INC. is currently hiring a Research & Development Chemist! AMSOIL welcomes candidates across a range of experience levels, up to Senior.
This role is a lead technical contributor on the AMSOIL Chemistry Team, reporting to the Chemical Laboratory Director. They are responsible for researching new ideas and putting in place projects to further explore and deploy formulation opportunities. Chemists in this role define and drive projects in lab, focusing on exciting topics including new chemistries and new test methodologies to impart and understand meaningful performance differentiation in our formulations. This may be done through leveraging in house capabilities and external partnerships. In addition, R&D Chemists have responsibilities towards overall formulation management including collaborations with sourcing and production.
Core Responsibilities:
  • Drive research efforts through investigations into new technologies and applications. Develop knowledge base and implement ideas into product development projects.
  • Understand industry trends and company needs to enable new product development as well as application of new or emerging lab capabilities to support development projects.
  • Lead and manage technical projects. Utilize project management skills to scope projects and drive to results.
  • Collaborate with Engineers, Chemists and Product Managers to define and develop new products and formulations across our portfolio.
  • Apply mechanical aptitude and knowledge of engine and industrial equipment applications to help guide formulation development, testing and product performance evaluation.
  • Drive continuous improvement, capability development and safety in our laboratory.
  • Provide mentorship and cross training to other members of the team. Share best practices and seek opportunities for continuous improvement and personal development.

Position Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or closely related science
  • Progressive experience with chemistry, formulation and/or product development; level will be based on qualifications and experience, up to Senior level
  • Ability to work collaboratively across all functions internally or externally
  • Experience creating and managing technical projects
  • Technically motivated and curious. Interested and able to take on new challenges with limited direction
  • Thorough understanding of chemistry, materials science, and associated testing
  • Strong analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills
  • Experience with computers and Microsoft Office programs
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced knowledge of industrial lubricant chemistry, formulations, and testing
  • Interest in Automotive or Industrial Equipment
  • Mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of engine and industrial equipment applications
  • ICML or STLE Certifications
  • Experience with tribological test methods and their application.

Benefits:
  • Paid time off and paid holidays each year
  • Employee bonus program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
  • Competitive health benefits
  • Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
  • Affordable group dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • Employee discount on product
  • Corporate gym membership

Other Details:
  • Schedule: Onsite, Monday - Friday
  • Pay: Salary

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please email: humanresources@amsoil.com
Benefits:
  • Paid time off and paid holidays each year
  • Employee bonus program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
  • Competitive health benefits
  • Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) options
  • Affordable group dental, vision, critical illness, and accident insurance
  • Employee discount on product
  • Corporate gym membership

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please email: humanresources@amsoil.com
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
AMSOIL is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state or local statutes.

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