Specialized Executive Search Practice Areas
- CHEMICAL
- Agricultural, Fertilizer, and Pest Control Chemicals
- Automotive Chemicals
- Biocides
- Ceramics
- Chemical Distribution and Trading
- Chlorine and Caustic Soda
- Cosmetic and Personal Care Ingredients
- Food and Beverage Ingredients
- Green Chemistry
- Industrial Gases
- Metal Working, Cutting, Treating & Finishing Chemicals
- Minerals and Mining
- Oil Field and Drilling Chemicals
- Paints and Coatings Additives
- Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Ingredients
- Plastic Additives
- Polymers
- Pulp & Paper Chemicals
- Soap and Detergent Additives
- Surfactants and Oleochemicals
- Textile, Leather & Tanning Chemicals
- Water Treatment Chemicals
- CONSUMER PRODUCTS
- Adhesives Manufacturing
- Agricultural, Fertilizer, and Pest Control Manufacturers
- Consumer Products
- Cosmetic and Personal Care Manufacturers
- Flavor and Fragrances
- Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Manufacturers
- Soap and Detergent Manufacturers
- ENERGY
- Biofuels and Alternative Energy
- Lithium Ion Batteries, Batteries, and Fuel Cells
- Nuclear Energy
- Oil & Gas Manufacturing
- Solar Energy
- Wind Energy
- TECHNOLOGY
- Aerospace and Defense Technology
- Biotechnology
- Electric Vehicle
- Nanotechnology
- HEALTH CARE
- Medical Equipment
- FUNCTIONS
- Commercial Development
- Executive Level Management
- Human Resources
- Manufacturing
- Marketing
- Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- R&D
- Sales
Industries We Serve
R&D
Look for our articles in Chemical & Engineering News and other industry publications.
In the fast changing industry of R&D, a companies ability to continually revise their range of products is a crutial factor in their survival. This customer driven department needs qualified individuals who can produce superior products to provide a natural advantage in the marketplace.
The Ropella R&D Team understands the unique recruitment challenges faced by companies competing for evermore niche-oriented and in-demand skills. Our understanding of your company, your customers and current industry trends means we can find just the right fit, quickly and efficiently. The Executive Search Consultants on our R&D Team are likely members of the same trade associations and attend the same events as you and potential candidates for your company.
For more information, contactKim Bastemeyer
757-967-8253
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Download PDF outlining Ropella's involvement in R&D.
We read and write for industry publications, including:
- Coatings World
- BioPharma
- Chemical Week
- Chemical & Engineering News
We associate with industry associations such as:
- Society Cosmetic Chemists
- IRI (Industrial Research Institute)
- American Chemical Society
- SPE (Society Plastics Engineer)
We regularly attend industry trade shows, including:
- Informex
- SCC Suppliers Day
- Bio International
- ACS National Exposition
We have served and developed relationships with leading companies in the industry, including:
- AkzoNobel
- Gojo
- Cognis
- Georgia Pacific
- Dow
- Rohm and Haas
- Sealy
- Shell
- Microban
- Croda
Typical position and functional searches conducted in the industry:
- CTO - Chief Technology Officer
- VP
- Director
- Manager
- Sr. Research Scientist/Fellow
- Group Leader
- Sr. Chemist
- Research Scientist
- Chemist
- Assistant/Technician/Tech Service Chemist
Ropella is the leading executive search firm serving the R&D industry. If you are looking for a recruiter, a headhunter, a job or career in R&D, contact us today.

