Senior Formulation Scientist

AgXelerators, Inc.; West Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity stake

Flexible work environment

Competitive benefits

Job summary

AgXelerators, Inc. is seeking a Senior Formulation Scientist to join our fast-moving start-up at the Purdue Technology Center in West Lafayette, Indiana.

The role focuses on leading the formulation development for new active ingredients and collaborating with customers to meet regulatory and commercial goals. The ideal candidate holds a PhD or Master’s in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science with 5+ years in agricultural formulation and a proven track record bringing products to

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in agricultural formulation development.
• Proven success in bringing innovative agricultural products to market.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks for agricultural formulations.
• Excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on scientist eager to push boundaries and explore new frontiers.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation development of new active ingredients (biologicals and chemistry).
• Collaborate with customers to align formulation development with regulatory and commercial goals.
• Design and optimize formulation compositions for performance and stability.
• Conduct lab experiments to evaluate properties of formulations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory developments.
• Follow SOPs for safe lab practices.
• Record, analyze, and report experimental results.
• Present results in group discussions and project updates.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communicator

Hands-on scientist

Problem-solving

Entrepreneurial spirit

Mentorship

Education

PhD or Master

Job description

Senior Formulation Scientist (Full-time)

Are you ready to be at the forefront of agricultural innovation? AgXelerators Inc. is a bold, fast-moving start-up on a mission to transform crop protection, crop health, soil regeneration, and sustainable agriculture. We’re not just developing products – we’re redefining what’s possible. Our team thrives on creativity, risk-taking, and an entrepreneurial mindset, pushing the boundaries of science to create cutting-edgesolutions for the future of farming.

We are looking for a Formulation Scientist to help shape the future of agriculture. Based at the Purdue Technology Center in West Lafayette, Indiana, this role is a rare opportunity to work alongside some of the greatest minds in formulation science. If you’re passionate about innovation and want to see your work make a real impact, this is your chance to join a high-energy start-up where your contributions will directly drive our success.

Key Responsibilities:

• In consultation with company experts, lead the formulation development efforts of new active ingredients, including both biologicals (micro-organisms, proteins, peptides, plant extracts, viruses) and chemistry (naturally-derived or synthetic).
• Collaborate with our customers to ensure alignment between formulation development, regulatory requirements, and commercial objectives.
• Design and optimize formulation compositions to improve product performance, stability, and efficacy.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and tests to evaluate the physical and chemical properties of formulations.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments in agricultural formulations and actively contribute to innovative ideas and new approaches.
• Follow established protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for safe and efficient laboratory practices.
• Record and document all experimental information and organize, analyze, summarize, and report the final results.
• Communicate effectively with other team members and our customers. Present experimental results and progress in group discussions and project updates.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members as needed.

Qualifications:

• PhD or Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, material science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in agricultural formulation development (industry or research).
• Proven success in bringing innovative agricultural products to market.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks for agricultural formulations.
• A curious, hands-on scientist eager to push boundaries and explore new frontiers.
• Excellent communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for solving big problems and taking bold risks.
• Enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to the growth of a small start-up team.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-growing start-up environment.
• Equity stake in the company, providing potential for substantial financial rewards as the company grows.
• Flexible work environment and the ability to work on exciting and challenging projects.
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the leading minds in agricultural formulation chemistry.
• Competitive benefits package commensurate with your knowledge and experience.