R+D Project Manager

HTBA is a science-based global leader in the manufacturing and commercialization of citrus flavonoids and active forms of vitamin B12 for the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and animal nutrition sectors. For over forty-five years, the company has pioneered the development of new processes to create high‑quality, naturally derived ingredients that support the health of people and animals, all while protecting the environment.

Headquartered in Barcelona, HTBA produces ingredients of unsurpassed quality at its state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Murcia, Spain. Plus, with ideation centers located in Spain and at its North American operations center in Ohio, the company is well‑positioned to understand and quickly respond to global end‑user consumer demand.

Today, HTBA delivers cutting‑edge products to more than 60 countries worldwide in line with its mission to unlock the power of nature and have a measurable impact on well‑being.

At HealthTech Bio Actives, S.L.U., we are looking for an R&D Project Manager to work on the development and scale‑up of chemical processes, from the laboratory stage to industrial plant production.

R&D Project Manager

The R&D Project Manager role is responsible for the development and scale‑up of chemical processes, from the laboratory stage to industrial plant production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize chemical processes.
• Scale up processes to an industrial level.
• Coordinate R&D laboratory activities.
• Provide technical support to the production plant.
• Collaborate with Operations, Sales, and Marketing teams.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven track record in process development and scale‑up.
• Technical Background: 2+ years of experience in chemical synthesis.
• Languages: High level of English proficiency.
• Proactivity and analytical thinking.

Desirable Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Synthesis.
• Experience in ingredients (Pharma/Food), natural extracts, or the use of AI.

What we offer

• Permanent contract with an attractive pack of compensation.
• Meal vouchers worth over €1,700 per year.
• Disability and life insurance coverage.
• Flexible compensation options, including Adelas health insurance, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, and training support.
• HTBA Learning platform: access online training anytime, anywhere.
• Access to the Corporate Benefits discount portal.

Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At HTBA, we develop innovative solutions from natural ingredients to improve consumer wellbeing—challenging the health and nutrition industry with passion, bold thinking, and agility.

We believe that diverse perspectives drive better ideas and stronger innovation. That’s why we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

As a sustainable and integrated partner in natural ingredients, we are committed to building teams that reflect the diversity of the world we serve. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.

• Location: Murcia