The Regional Research Manager position is a field-based position in AMVAC’s Midwest Product Development Region responsible for testing and commercialization of new technologies as well as supporting the performance of existing products. This is one of five regional field positions in the Product Development Department. This team is comprised of a nationwide group of advanced degree, life-science and agronomically trained personnel responsible for designing studies to bring new products to market in a broad range of crop and non-crop sectors. Regional Product Development personnel interact with numerous AMVAC teams in Sales, Marketing, Chemistry, Regulatory and Business Development. They provide a unique connection to researchers and activities at academic institutions as well as private and independent research teams to build product performance specifications and investigate new opportunities.

AMVAC Chemical Corporation, an American Vanguard company, successfully serves the results‐driven global market through development, manufacturing, and marketing of products for agricultural, horticultural, crop and non-crop sectors as well as for professional and homeowner use.

• Plan and execute national field research programs pursuant to AMVAC’s annual product development objectives with focus on the states of Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska
• See new technologies, opportunities and provide strategic development planning to drive new registrations, and new commercial uses
• Work closely with the Commercial Team to support the current product line and new introductions
• Create strong relationships with key influencers in the region to understand and enhance commercial opportunities affecting speed to market
• Track and manage regional Product Development operational and research expenses.
• Work with Department peers to synergize implementation of national R&D programs
• Follow and report on competitive activities within the region
• Actively participate in key regional and national technical conferences
• Lead the effort to develop product labels, collateral, and other product technical information
• Plan and supervise contract research to ensure high quality data is delivered accurately and in a timely manner
• Support the Regulatory Affairs Department on regulatory questions during the evaluation of new products as well as routine questions on registered products

• Excellent Interpersonal oral and written communication
• Intuitive thinking, research planning, project delivery
• Statistical design, as well as analysis and interpretation of results
• Technical competency in crop protection
• Basic concepts of product development, development planning, and product support
• Leadership, self-discipline, and motivation
• Ability to work in teams while working remote
• Enthusiasm and commitment to excellence
• Organizational skills to address large programs and a diverse territory
• Intermediate or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Suite of products (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and specialized data management software
• Must pass a pre-employment background check
• The candidate should be willing to travel between 30 and 40% of the time
• Physical location should be within the research region and proximity to an airport.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. in a biological sciences or agricultural related field, such as Weed Science, Physiology, Entomology, or Plant Pathology, with experience in commercial crop protection or plant physiology. Knowledge in multiple crop protection disciplines would be advantageous.

AMVAC Offers:

• Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Health Savings / Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employee discount
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
• Wellness program
• Other incentives