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Product Development Manager
Location: Libertyville, Illinois, USA
Come Grow with Us!
Valent BioSciences Corporation (VBC) the Global leader in the research, development and commercialization of highly effective low-risk, environmentally compatible technologies and biorational products for the agricultural, public health, and forestry industries is expanding.
Located just outside of Chicago, IL, Valent BioSciences Corporation prides itself in its global research and development center, best-in-class reputation and exceptional customer satisfaction earned through the highest quality and consistent field performance of its products. VBC is currently looking for talented people who share our passion and commitment to improving the quality of life for people worldwide.
Our exciting recent acquisition of Mycorrhizal Applications LLC (MA), the world's largest producer of mycorrhizal fungal inoculum, adds another strategic platform to VBC’s rapidly expanding global biorational business, providing additional tools for the Biorational Window platform being developed with its parent, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (SCC)
Visit our website and take a tour of our new state of the art biorational manufacturing facility in Osage, IA. Unveiled in June, 2014, the Osage Plant is the first purpose-built biorational manufacturing facility in the world, creating more than 80 high-tech jobs in the Heartland of America. Our new facility is an exciting indicator of a company on a clear growth path.
VBC is seeking top talent for key roles in our dynamic organization! If this position aligns with your skill set and interests, please send your resume to: careers@valentbiosciences.com
Responsible for managing and executing complete product development cycles for low-risk, environmentally-compatible products and services for Agriculture on a global scale, with a focus on biological pesticide
products. Position manages in a matrix-style design across internal functional groups, including Business Management, Field Development, Formulations, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and Research.
Principal Responsibilities:
Manage global development programs for a portfolio of active ingredients, including proper design and execution of activities across multiple functional areas, according to approved budgets and timelines.
Champion the development of biological pesticides with a focus on biological fungicides. This includes design, coordination, execution, and interpretation of domestic and international field efficacy experiments and programs.
Develop label use recommendations; and domestic and international product registration.
Manage external relationships relevant to product development activities, experimental design, evaluation and interpretation of scientific results, and communication of results and recommendations to upper management.
Evaluate new leads (e.g., active ingredients, technologies) for potential inclusion in R&D portfolio.
Experience:
Prior experience in the development and/or evaluation of agricultural products, including fungicides. International experience desirable. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams
Knowledge:
Working knowledge of disease control and plant physiology. Working knowledge of the regulatory environment for agricultural products.
Education:
Doctorate degree preferred or Master’s degree with appropriate experience in the agricultural, biological, or chemical sciences.
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