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Senior Formulation Chemist

Ushiku-shi, Ibaraki, jpFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead the formulation development group, managing the lifecycle of formulation development and formulation changes, and supporting contract manufacturing progress.

Role type

Senior Formulation Chemist (Team Lead)

Builds

New formulations and modified formulations for agricultural products

Domain

Agriculture / Crop Protection / Formulation Chemistry

Required skills

Formulation development, Lifecycle management, Contract manufacturing oversight, HSE leadership, Team management, Budget management, Capital investment planning, Regulatory compliance (Safety/Health/Fire laws), Risk assessment, Strategic leadership

Preferred skills

Fire hazard handler qualification (Class 4)

Technologies

Formulation tools, HSE management systems

Responsibilities

Lead formulation development and change management, Manage HSE activities for the department and central research institute, Manage team goals, performance, and growth, Manage departmental budget and capital investment plans, Ensure on-schedule delivery of formulation tasks, Collaborate across departments and with international stakeholders, Conduct regular team interviews for development

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities