R&D Scientist

Indorama Ventures; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

WellHub / TotalPass

Life insurance

And other exclusive benefits

Job summary

Indorama Ventures’ Indovinya division in The Woodlands, TX is seeking an innovative R&D leader to drive coatings and industrial application projects from concept to market. You’ll manage cross-functional teams, interact with customers, and steer new product development to grow our business across multiple markets.

The role requires a strong background in industrial R&D, project leadership, and a passion for collaborative problem solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Industrial R&D and product development experience.
• Project management and execution in innovation environments.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and customers.
• Background in coatings, paints, specialty chemicals or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation projects focused on coatings and industrial applications from concept to commercialization.
• Drive new product development and business growth through cross-functional collaboration.
• Interact with customers to capture requirements and translate into technical actions.
• Influence technical decisions and steer project execution autonomously.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer interaction

English language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related technical fields

Tools

Experimental design

Data analysis

Project planning

Technical reporting

Job description

The Woodlands, TX

Full time

JR101420

Have you ever thought about being part of a company that reimagines chemistry every day to build a better world?

That’s the purpose of Indorama Ventures, and we want you with us on this journey!

We are looking for innovative, collaborative professionals who are ready to embrace the challenge of working in a company that is constantly expanding internationally.

We value flexibility, partnership, and believe that the impact of our actions goes far beyond the chemical industry.

Here, diversity matters.

Our work environment is inclusive, diverse, and guided by respect, ethics, and equal opportunities for all.

What we’re looking for:

Join Indovinya's R&D team and lead innovation projects focused on coatings and industrial applications. This role combines scientific expertise, project leadership, customer interaction, and crossfunctional collaboration to drive new product development and business growth.

Required professional experience

Industrial R&D and product development experience.

Project management and execution in innovation environments.

Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and customers.

Background in coatings, paints, specialty chemicals or related industries preferred.

Required academic background

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related technical fields; M.S. or Ph.D. will be considered a differential for this position.

Languages

Fluent English.

Tools/Technologies

Research and development methodologies.

Experimental design and data analysis.

Project planning and technical reporting.

Preferred qualifications

Customer-facing experience, and proven ability to lead projects autonomously and influence technical decisions.

Technical knowledge in the field of Coatings and/or Industrial application chemicals, with awareness of current market trends and latest developments in the area of polymers, surfactants, formulation and process additives.

Market application specific knowledge required in such areas as paints & coatings, construction chemicals, textiles and non-woven treatment.

What do we offer?

A competitive compensation package, including:

• Health insurance
• WellHub / TotalPass
• Life insurance
• And other exclusive benefits

The division you’ll be joining is a global leader in the chemical industry. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

Here, you can make a difference. Join us!

Indovinya is the global specialty chemical and surfactants division of Indorama Ventures, dedicated to delivering high value‑added and sustainable solutions that help industries move forward responsibly. With operations across 10 countries, 15 manufacturing locations, and 7 R&D centers worldwide, Indovinya combines deep scientific expertise with strong application know‑how to support customers across a broad range of markets.

As a leading producer of nonionic surfactants and ethylene oxide in the Americas and one of the largest ethoxylation companies globally, Indovinya serves key industries including Personal Care, Home Care, Crop Solutions, Coatings & Performance Solutions and Energy & Resources. Through close collaboration and tailored innovation, the company develops high‑performing solutions designed to meet evolving market needs.

Guided by the belief that chemistry can transform the world, Indovinya advances responsible progress by creating solutions that enhance everyday products, enable cleaner energy, improve agricultural efficiency, and promote safer and more sustainable manufacturing practices.