Job description
Job Description:
Indorama Integrated Oxides & Derivatives is currently looking for a dynamic individual to work as a Research Scientist I located at our The Woodlands, Texas facility. In this role, you will be responsible to ensure products meet the client’s exact standards (internal and external). Conducts research, analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on substances, for such purposes as product and process development and application, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of analytical methodologies. Devises new equipment, and develops formulas, processes, and methods for solution of technical problems. Possesses a full understanding of the uses and applications of existing products and related product lines. Develops new product concepts including proprietary blends using both products and co-producer products. Compiles applications information specific to the product line and interfaces with internal and external customers to solve specific product needs. Lead product and process developments of chemical and petrochemical compounds for markets such as: Paints and Coatings, Home & Personal Care, Oil & Gas, Agrochemical or Performance Products. Possesses a full understanding of the uses and applications of existing products and related product lines. Applies the concepts of Life Cycle Assessment, following the development from cradle-to-grave, throughout the whole process with its all interfaces. Leads Analytical projects and supports analytical method development for new methods and the improvement of existing methods while supporting implementation to the Quality Control Labs.
What will be expected from you?
- Set up and execute laboratory to meet both internal and external customer expectations.
- Developing 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 of interest to the Corporation.
- Work with sales force to evaluate, select and apply standard chemistry techniques and procedures to solve customer or company objectives under the direction of the Technical Service & Development (TS&D) management.
- Able to present results to internal and external customers.
- Present work at public forums like conferences and publish papers or articles.
- 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.
- Manage and optimize all process 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 updated and available for consulting.
- Interact with TS&D team to improve the lab, lab methods, etc.
What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?
- B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required plus 6 years’ relevant experience, or
- M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with 4 years’ relevant experience in the chemical field, or
- Ph. D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with no commercial experience in the chemical field.
- 1-5 years’ in the food, asphalt, or biorefining market segment experience preferred, more than 5 years’ experience strongly preferred.
- R&D laboratory experience is strongly preferred.
- Surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred.
- Excellent organizational and communications skills.
- Computer literacy with databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.
- Demonstrated presentation skills required.
- English with Bilingual Portuguese or Spanish preferred.
- Ideal candidate would have Ph. D. and have knowledge on the use surfactants in formulation development.
What can we offer you?
Indorama Ventures Oxides & Derivatives is a leading chemical intermediates and surfactants producer with a diverse range of products in growth markets such as paints and coatings, home & personal care, agrochemicals, oilfield technologies, fuel & lube additives and more. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical, vision and dental, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, and 401k. Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us!
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