Graduate R&D Researcher — Start Your Impact

Dow Inc.; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay

Bonus opportunity

Medical & life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dow Inc. is seeking new graduate researchers for a start in R&D across North America, including Texas.

The role focuses on developing technical solutions, optimizing processes, and supporting new product deployments while aligning with customer needs and sustainability goals. Ideal candidates hold a BS/MS in relevant fields and will join a structured Early Career Program designed for recent graduates with up to two years of work experience post-graduation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Computer Science, Math/Stats, Data Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement technical solutions aligned with business goals.
• Optimize processes and applications across R&D projects.
• Troubleshoot customer problems and contribute to Dow’s sustainability goals.
• Collaborate across Dow teams to deliver value and impact.

Skills

Problem solving

Technical skills

Innovation

Collaboration

Safety mindset

Business orientation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in related field

Job description

Dow Inc. is seeking new graduate researchers for a start in R&D across North America, including Texas.

The role focuses on developing technical solutions, optimizing processes, and supporting new product deployments while aligning with customer needs and sustainability goals. Ideal candidates hold a BS/MS in relevant fields and will join a structured Early Career Program designed for recent graduates with up to two years of work experience post-graduation.