Senior R&D Leader — Product & Application Innovation

Dow Inc.

Bensalem Township (Bucks County)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+
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Retirement plan
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Job summary

Dow Industrial Solutions in Collegeville, PA, is seeking a Senior R&D Leader to guide a multidisciplinary team of researchers, specialists, technicians, and contractors supporting the Cleaning Growth Platform and related segments. You will own safety-focused lab operations, portfolio management, and cross-functional execution to deliver new products and technology platforms.

The ideal candidate has five+ years of leadership experience, a strong scientific background, and a track record in

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
  • Minimum five years of relevant technical experience.
  • Proven leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Strong commitment to safe operations and responsible research.
  • US work authorization without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a multi-site R&D team and set priorities, allocate resources, and drive performance.
  • Ensure safe, compliant laboratory operations and champion EHS policies.
  • Develop and manage Home Care Cleaning R&D portfolio and platforms.
  • Translate strategy into research priorities, charters, and execution plans.
  • Oversee project delivery with rigorous scientific methods and clear documentation.

Skills

Strategic Leadership
Innovation Management
Team Management
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Workplace Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related
Master's or PhD preferred

Job description

Dow Industrial Solutions in Collegeville, PA, is seeking a Senior R&D Leader to guide a multidisciplinary team of researchers, specialists, technicians, and contractors supporting the Cleaning Growth Platform and related segments. You will own safety-focused lab operations, portfolio management, and cross-functional execution to deliver new products and technology platforms.

The ideal candidate has five+ years of leadership experience, a strong scientific background, and a track record in

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