Vice President of Research & Development

Lead Innovation. Build the Future. Make a Lasting Impact.At Restek, we believe science should make the world healthier, safer, and better. For more than 40 years, we've built a trusted, employee-owned company known for technical excellence, customer partnership, and a people-first culture.Now, at a pivotal moment in our growth, we're seeking a Vice President of Research & Development to help shape Restek's future.This is not a traditional R&D leadership role. It's an opportunity to serve as an enterprise leader, influence company strategy, and build the innovation engine, talent, and culture that will carry Restek forward.The RoleAs Vice President of Research & Development, you will be a key member of Restek's Leadership Team, contributing to enterprise strategy, organizational design, and long-term growth. While leading R&D, your influence will extend across the business-partnering with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver differentiated, high-impact scientific solutions.You'll help design and scale the systems, teams, and capabilities needed to translate customer insight and scientific expertise into best-in-class products-while reinforcing a culture where people thrive and success is shared.What You'll DoLead at the Enterprise LevelContribute to company-wide strategy, priorities, and decision-makingCollaborate with senior leaders in a culture of shared ownership and thoughtful debateHelp guide Restek through its next phase of growth and relevanceDrive Customer-Focused InnovationDefine and lead a market- and customer-driven R&D and innovation strategyPartner with Product Management, Operations, Marketing, Sales, and customers to deliver differentiated solutionsEnsure excellence in product quality, performance, cost, and time-to-marketBuild for the FutureDesign the organizational structure, talent, and resources needed to scaleLead change with clarity, empathy, and accountabilityBalance creativity with execution and innovation with operational disciplineDevelop People and CultureCoach and develop leaders and high-performing teamsFoster an engaged, inclusive, and high-trust environmentReinforce a culture of continuous improvement and employee ownershipRepresent Restek ExternallyBuild strong relationships with customers, partners, and industry organizationsServe as a credible scientific and business leader in global marketsWhat We're Looking ForAn enterprise-minded leader who thinks beyond functional boundariesA collaborative innovator who partners effectively with customers and cross-functional teamsA builder who can design organizations, develop talent, and lead changeA people-centered leader committed to coaching and engagementGlobal perspective with experience supporting diverse marketsStrong scientific foundation, with chromatography expertise highly valuedWhy Join RestekPurpose-driven impact: Our products help protect health, safety, and the environmentEmployee-owned culture: People-focused, values-driven, and collaborativeShared success: Employee-owners share in the financial rewards of our collective achievementsLeadership with heart: A team committed to growth, trust, and winning togetherA Final WordThis role is for a leader who wants more than a title.It's for someone who wants to help build a truly distinctive company-where science matters, people matter, and success is shared.