Senior Director, Research & Development - Industrial Fluids & Lubricants
DuBois Chemicals, Inc.Sharonville, Ohio, United States
Posted December 12, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.
Job Description
The Senior Director of Research & Development (R&D) is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving innovation, product development, technology advancement, and performance testing within the industrials market supporting lubricants, surface finishing, metal-working fluids, and similar applications.
Requirements
- Develop and execute the R&D and Applications strategy aligned with corporate vision and the strategic technology roadmap.
- Identify emerging technologies, trends, market opportunities, and acquisition targets to guide long-term innovation.
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and market needs.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate research into commercially viable solutions.
- Manage R&D and Applications budgets, including capital planning for labs, testing equipment, and pilot capabilities.
- Prioritize project portfolios based on business value, customer needs, and resource availability.