Senior Research Chemist

Indorama Ventures: Indovinya•The Woodlands, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Indorama Ventures is seeking innovative, collaborative professionals to join their journey in reimagining chemistry for a better world. This role is focused on laboratory work, involving directed experiments with various reactor types and application-specific testing. The position requires independent project management, meticulous documentation, and a strong commitment to safety and continuous learning within the chemical industry. Indovinya, the global specialty chemical and surfactants division of Indorama Ventures, offers a dynamic environment with a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards across various markets.

Requirements

BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required.
BS in other science field plus 2+ years in research laboratory work, or Associate’s degree with 5+ years in research laboratory work.
10+ years’ experience in R&D laboratory work (15+ years preferred).
Surfactants knowledge preferred.
Experience with Parr Reactors preferred.
Experience with chromatography, spectroscopy, wet analysis, or other analytical techniques preferred.
Formulation experience in Agricultural, Home Care, or Coatings preferred.
Computer literacy with databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Demonstrated presentation skills preferred.
English required; bilingual Portuguese or Spanish strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

15+ years preferred experience in R&D laboratory work.
Surfactants knowledge.
Experience with Parr Reactors.
Experience with chromatography, spectroscopy, wet analysis, or other analytical techniques.
Formulation experience in Agricultural, Home Care, or Coatings.
Demonstrated presentation skills.
Bilingual Portuguese or Spanish.

Responsibilities

Works with Research Scientists and R&D Managers to evaluate existing and new chemistries, processes, or applications related to Oxiteno products in a safe manner.
Works independently to accomplish small to large projects around their lab focus area.
Fully competent chemist requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
Ability to devise new approaches to problems and situations without supervision.
Maintain awareness of literature and other sources of information to remain current with developments in functional products of interest to the Corporation.
Set up and execute laboratory work as outlined by R&D Scientists.
Run small to large sized experiments independently.
Analyze samples by analytical methods or application testing.
Maintain project status, documentation, and equipment.
Keep neat and orderly notebooks containing a record of all work performed.
Maintain orderly laboratory space.
Follow all safety and training requirements.
Evaluate, select, and apply standard chemistry techniques and procedures.
Maintain an understanding of Indorama products and applications while supporting Research Scientists.
Work to complete projects in the US project pipeline.
Set up and execute laboratory work to meet internal and external customer expectations.
Support R&D Lab Manager with properly managing lab resources.
Guarantee all documentation under responsibility is updated and available.
Manage and optimize processes taking into consideration quality, legality, food safety (if applicable), and customer needs.
Interact with R&D team to improve lab methods and support internal and external clients as needed.
Maintain records to support patent applications for innovative products.