Formulations Scientist II

At ENAI, we’re building the biological future of crop protection and plant performance. We combine deep biological expertise, proprietary intelligence, and more than 7,500 field trials to develop practical biological solutions that help farmers protect crop potential, improve plant performance, and realize more from every acre.

Our work brings science into the field. You’ll collaborate with experts across science, agriculture, technology, and commercial innovation to turn biological insights into practical solutions that make a difference for farmers. You’ll have the opportunity to work across disciplines, contribute to meaningful challenges in agriculture, and help bring new ideas from discovery to the field.

Join us in making biological crop protection an essential part of modern agriculture.

About This Role

Reporting to the Senior Director, Bioprocessing and Formulations, you’ll drive formulation development for biological products, from exploring novel formulation and delivery technologies through experimental proof-of-concept. You’ll independently design and lead rigorous studies, solve complex formulation challenges, and shape technical direction across projects. As a formulation subject matter expert, you’ll also bring scientific leadership and mentorship to the team while maintaining a hands-on presence in the lab.

This role is based in our Boston office and laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Advance formulation development for biological products by identifying and evaluating novel formulation and delivery technologies from internal and external sources, and translating promising concepts into experimental proof-of-concept
• Independently design, execute, analyze, and communicate rigorous formulation studies to address key product requirements, including microbial viability and stability, compatibility, physical properties, and application performance.
• Own formulation projects and drive technical direction, proactively identifying risks, opportunities, and next steps while adapting experimental plans as priorities and technical needs evolve.
• Select and optimize excipients and functional materials based on their properties and intended function within the formulation.
• Serve as a technical leader and formulation subject matter expert, bringing new scientific perspectives and providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Maintain a strong hands-on presence in the laboratory while contributing creative, scientifically grounded solutions to complex formulation challenges.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, food science, or a related field with 2 years of relevant formulation experience, or MS with 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in formulation development and relevant physicochemical principles, such as colloid and interface science, rheology, particle science, and material properties.
• Experience formulating biological products or otherwise working with living systems, with an understanding of the constraints associated with maintaining biological viability and function.
• Proven ability to independently design and execute experiments, interpret complex data, and translate results into clear conclusions and technical recommendations.
• Demonstrated ownership of technical projects and a proactive, independent working style, with the confidence to speak up, challenge assumptions, and drive work forward.
• Strong scientific judgment, creativity, and ability to develop practical solutions to novel technical problems.
• Experience developing agricultural formulations strongly preferred.
• Experience with encapsulation, coatings, or other advanced formulation and delivery technologies highly desirable.

How We'll Take Care of You

• Base salary of $130,000 - $150,000 annually
• Equity options & annual cash incentives
• Generous paid time off, including Flexible Time Off, 5 sick days, and 12 annual company holidays as well as one week between Christmas and New Year’s for a company-wide annual break, parental leave, and bereavement leave.
• Robust wellness benefits for employees and their eligible dependents including medical, dental, vision, mental health, and basic life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits available include Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), identity protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• 401K savings plan

Pay Transparency Statement

ENAI is committed to competitive and equitable pay for all employees. The listed pay range for this role is a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position. Compensation offered will be determined based on several factors including an individual’s experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Benefits Statement

All regular, full-time, permanent employees who work 30 hours or more each week are eligible to enroll in ENAI’s benefits. Additionally, all full-time employees and some parttime employees are eligible for paid time off as outlined above. Based on their role, employees may also be eligible to receive long-term equity incentives and annual cash incentives.

At ENAI, we understand that talent is not a one-size-fits-all. We want candidates who are passionate about our mission and aligned with our Core Values. That’s why we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements listed above. So let us know what skills you bring to the table and how you will add to our culture!