Polymers Research Manager — Lead R&D & Compliance

KOB Solutions, Inc.; Romeo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

KOB Solutions, Inc. seeks a Research Manager (Polymers) to lead research and development activities in a laboratory setting in Romeo, Michigan. The role involves guiding laboratory teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

You will oversee laboratory operations, manage priorities, and collaborate across functions to communicate findings that drive sound development decisions while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading laboratory teams in a research setting.
• Strong project management, analysis, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Technical proficiency in laboratory instruments and procedures.
• Familiarity with GLP, GMP/CGMP and FDA regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage research projects from planning through data collection and analysis, coordinating priorities, resources, and timelines.
• Supervise laboratory staff and ensure consistent use of laboratory procedures, techniques, and instruments.
• Oversee laboratory operations, including documentation and LIMS.
• Partner across functions to communicate findings and support R&D goals.
• Strengthen research quality and regulatory compliance to support development decisions.

Skills

Management

Project management

Analysis

Cross-functional communication

Job description

KOB Solutions, Inc. seeks a Research Manager (Polymers) to lead research and development activities in a laboratory setting in Romeo, Michigan. The role involves guiding laboratory teams, overseeing project execution, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

You will oversee laboratory operations, manage priorities, and collaborate across functions to communicate findings that drive sound development decisions while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.