R&D Scientist

Indorama Ventures: Indovinya•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

This role involves leading product and process developments of chemical and petrochemical compounds within a company that aims to reimagine chemistry for a better world. The scientist will have a full understanding of existing product applications and will apply Life Cycle Assessment concepts throughout the development process. The position also involves leading analytical projects, supporting method development and implementation, and working in an inclusive, diverse, and ethical environment.

Requirements

BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required plus 6 years’ relevant experience.
M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with 4 years’ relevant experience in the chemical field.
Ph. D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with no commercial experience in the chemical field.
Excellent organizational and communications skills.
Computer literacy w/ databases, word processing, spreadsheets.
Demonstrated presentation skills required.
English with Bilingual Portuguese or Spanish strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

1-5 years’ experience (more 5 years’ experience preferred) in: R&D laboratory preferred.
Surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred.
Use and knowledge of Parr Reactors preferred for scientists in process area.
Market applications specific knowledge required in such as areas as agriculture, oil & gas, paints & coatings, or home & personal care for scientists in market segment areas.

Responsibilities

Lead product and process developments of chemical and petrochemical compounds.
Apply the concepts of Life Cycle Assessment, following the development from cradle-to-grave.
Lead Analytical projects and support analytical method development for new methods and the improvement of existing methods.
Set up and execute laboratory to meet both internal and external customer expectations.
Develop methods to analyze samples or the applications testing to prove claims.
Maintain an awareness of the literature and other sources of information to remain current with developments in the area of functional products.
Work with the sales force to evaluate, select, and apply standard chemistry techniques and procedures to solve customer or company objectives under the direction of R&D management.
Present results to internal and external customers.
Present work at public forums like conferences.
Work projects in PMOx (project management system).
Prepare internal and customer documents, reports, and presentations.
Keep neat and orderly notebooks containing a record of all work performed.
Maintain other records as necessary to support patent applications for innovative products.
Maintain orderly laboratory space.
Follow all safety and training requirements.
Stay within budget targets.
Manage and optimize all processes under your responsibility taking into consideration Quality, Legality and Food Safety (if applicable) and client needs on Indorama’s products and services.
Guarantee all documentation under your responsibility is updated and available for consulting.
Interact with R&D team to improve the lab, lab methods, etc.