Research Chemist

Indorama Ventures: Indovinya; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indorama Ventures: Indovinya in The Woodlands, Texas is seeking a Research Chemist to evaluate chemistries and processes related to the company’s products. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemistry or a related field and experience in an R&D laboratory.

The Research Chemist will work closely with Research Scientists to conduct experiments safely, utilizing knowledge of surfactants, analytical techniques, and laboratory equipment.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required.
• 0-3 years’ experience in R&D laboratory preferred.
• Experience in formulation for Agricultural, Home Care, or Coatings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing and new chemistries related to Indorama products.
• Execute laboratory work to meet customer expectations.
• Maintain neat lab notebooks and documentation.

Skills

Surfactants knowledge

Computer literacy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

BS in Chemistry or related field

Associates Degree with relevant experience

Tools

Parr Reactors

Chromatography

Spectroscopy

Wet analysis

Job description

The position of the Research Chemist will work closely with the Research Scientists to evaluate existing and new chemistries, processes, or applications related to Indorama products. This position is focused in the laboratory working on directed experiments in a safe manner. The lab work may include glassware reactors, Parr reactor reactions, etc. Also, the work could include application specific testing for areas such as agricultural, oilfield, paints/coatings, personal care, etc.

What will be expected from you?

• 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 to complete projects in the US project pipeline.
• Set up and execute laboratory to meet both internal and external customer expectations.
• Set up and execute laboratory work to as outlined by R&D scientist.
• Analyzing samples by analytical methods or applications testing.
• 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.
• Support R&D Lab Manager with properly managing the lab resources.
• 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.
• This position has the authority to stop the process while within your scope of work if any problems were detected that affect regulation, quality, food safety, or the requirements of Indorama's customers or products and services.
• Interact with R&D team to improve the lab, lab methods, etc., and other internal and external clients appropriately, as needed.
• Safe Operations at the Laboratory (including understanding and following SDS safety requirements)
• Deliver high quality work in timely manner
• Documentation of results in lab notebooks and PMOx

What are we looking for in the Ideal candidate?

• 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
• Associates Degree with 5+ years in Research laboratory work
• 0-3 years’ experience (more 3 years’ experience preferred) in:

R&D laboratory preferred

• Surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred
• Use and knowledge of Parr Reactors preferred
• Computer literacy w/ databases, word processing, spreadsheets
• Excellent organizational and communications skills
• Demonstrated presentation skills preferred
• Experience in chromatography, spectroscopy, wet analysis, or other analytical techniques preferred
• Formulation experience in Agricultural, Home Care, or Coatings preferred
• English with Bilingual Portuguese or Spanish strongly preferred