TS&D Scientist

Dow•Freeport, TX

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com. About You Dow has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and innovative TS&D Scientist to join the Packaging and Specialty Plastics TS&D organization in Lake Jackson, Texas. The ideal candidate pairs deep polymer science expertise with hands-on processing experience and a strong new application development mindset. This professional will partner closely with customers and internal teams to identify new applications and growth spaces, define requirements and develop Dow polymer solutions which meet those requirements to enable growth with measurable impact. What You’ll Do Apply polymer fundamentals to design and troubleshoot formulations, understand polymer–ingredient interactions, and optimize conversion processes and end‑use performance across target applications. Provide processing expertise in compounding, extrusion, and molding to support scale-up, customer trials, and issue resolution. Drive new business development by scouting unmet needs, identifying new applications, assessing attractiveness (technical fit, value hypothesis), and shaping early concepts into validated opportunities and projects. Lead structured customer discovery/VOC, translate insights into technical requirements, and build a prioritized opportunity pipeline with clear experiments and success criteria. Partner with commercial teams to craft go‑to‑market plans (value propositions, demos, qualification plans, and performance claims) and support launches with compelling technical data. Build strong external relationships (key accounts, OEMs, converters, and ecosystem partners), to accelerate trials and qualifications. Track and communicate results (trial outcomes, cost/performance deltas, cycle time, adoption milestones) and codify learnings into best practices. Representative application spaces: hot‑melt adhesives, consumer goods, roofing membranes, automotive parts, and adjacent categories where polymer design and processing determine performance.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 ranking or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant.
Degree in Polymer Science, Material Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or science related field required.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience with polymer formulation and processing required.
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.
No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or PhD preferred.
Application knowledge in Adhesives/Consumer and Sporting Goods/Transportation/Infrastructure is preferred.
Proven track record of Creativity, Innovation, and Project Management
Problem Solving Skills and Mechanical Aptitude
Experience in providing technical support to customers
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Cross-functional and/or cross-geography experience

Responsibilities

Define, conduct, and lead research efforts using in-depth polymer design, formulation and processing expertise, proactively apply application know-how.
Consistently apply scientific methods in the planning and execution of experimental plans and problem solving.
Formulate hypotheses and develop experimental plans to test hypotheses.
Leverage statistical tools and methodology to solve complex problems .
Provide project leadership to ensure progress is made within agreed timeline.
Actively participate in the identification of new research/business opportunities through technology scouting, brainstorming, external engagements with key players in the value chain to understand the unmet needs and value.
Have an in-depth understanding of the patent and journal literature across adjacent areas of technology.
Determine and incorporate the competitive landscape in technology mapping.
Manages secrecy agreements and joint development agreements to protect Dow technology for specific projects
Coach and mentor junior level researchers and technologists in the areas of technical and career development.
Delivers presentations or reports that distill complex ideas into clear results and proposals, communicates appropriately to influence internal and external audiences
Communicates and appropriately documents work in the form of internal reports/ROC's/presentations, technology manuals, knowledge management resources, external reports, and patents when appropriate

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)