Global Technical Manager

Overview

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agrochemical innovation. We are seeking a Global R&D Manager to lead the Discovery Biology Insect and Nematode Control Group at our Stine Research Center in Newark Delaware. This role is central to advancing the discovery of novel insecticidal and nematocidal active ingredients.

The successful candidate will bring deep scientific expertise in entomology nematology or crop protection along with a strong track record of innovation and leadership in insecticide research. Possessing strong team leadership capabilities the incumbent will oversee a dynamic insect and nematode control team guide experimental design and execution across lab greenhouse and field studies and collaborate cross-functionally. The Global R&D Manager prioritizes projects and resources participates in technical discussions and decisions involving greenhouse and field biology testing chemical structure-activity relationships mode-of-action studies regulatory and analyses of environmental properties of experimental compounds.

As part of the Discovery Leadership Team the Global R&D Manager will shape strategic research priorities manage cross-discipline project teams and ensure scientific excellence safety and alignment with FMCs global R&D goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Lead the Discovery Biology Insect and Nematode Control Group to deliver commercially viable insecticide candidates.
  • Define research goals and align team priorities with FMCs global R&D strategy.
  • Contribute to long-term research strategies that support FMCs discovery pipeline.
• Research & Innovation:
  • Oversee design and execution of laboratory greenhouse and field studies.
  • Champion the development and implementation of novel bioassays and screening tools.
  • Guide evaluation of structure-activity relationships mode of action studies and early safety/environmental profiling.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Partner with internal teams (e.g. Chemistry Analytical Toxicology Investigative Sciences Field Development Global Product Management) to align scientific progress with business needs.
• Team Management:
  • Manage and mentor a team of 1216 scientists including Principle Investigators and Associate Scientists.
  • Hire and develop talent manage performance and plan workloads to support team success.
  • Foster a culture of innovation accountability and continuous improvement.
• Process & Quality Excellence:
  • Champion best practices in experimental design data integrity and lab/field operations.
  • Lead development and implementation of novel bioassays and screening tools.
  • Ensure scientific rigor and timely delivery of project milestones.
• External Engagement:
  • Build and manage a global network of external research collaborators and academic partners to advance discovery initiatives.
• Compliance & Safety:
  • Foster a culture of safety ensuring adherence to FMCs safety policies and commitment to zero incidents.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. (with postdoctoral experience preferred) in Entomology Agronomy Crop Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 57 years of industrial experience in insecticide discovery or insecticide product development post-Ph.D.
• Proven expertise in insect management strategies global insect control targets practices and products protocol development and crop protection systems.
• Strong track record of leading scientific teams and managing complex research portfolios.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and critical thinking with strong decision-making ability
• Excellent leadership coaching and interpersonal skills with a focus on cooperative team building
• Effective communicator across internal and external scientific and business audiences
• Results-driven collaborative and committed to continuous improvement
• Proficiency in applying digital tools and data analytics to support experimental design data interpretation and informed decision-making

Why Join FMC

At FMC youll join a science-driven innovation-focused organization that shapes the future of agriculture. Youll lead meaningful discovery programs that address real-world challenges and improve crop productivity sustainably.

At FMC diversity and inclusion are in our DNA. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive regardless of race gender sex pregnancy gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation national origin or ancestry citizenship status color age religion or religious creed physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information marital status military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local law. FMC also supports employee participation in company employee resource groups that celebrate the diverse backgrounds of our workforce by providing communities for employees to connect with each other and raise awareness throughout FMC.