Research Chemist

About the Role

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.

• Evaluation of existing and new chemistries, processes, or applications related to Indorama products, working closely with the Research Scientists.
• Laboratory work focused on directed experiments using glassware reactors, Parr reactor reactions, etc.
• Application specific testing for areas such as agricultural, oilfield, paints/coatings, personal care, etc.
• Maintain awareness of the literature and other sources of information to stay current with developments in functional products of interest to the Corporation.
• Work to complete projects in the US project pipeline.
• Set up and execute laboratory work to meet both internal and external customer expectations, as outlined by R&D scientists.
• Analyze samples by analytical methods or applications testing.
• Keep neat and orderly notebooks containing a record of all work performed.
• Maintain records to support patent applications for innovative products.
• Maintain orderly laboratory space.
• Follow all safety and training requirements.
• Support R&D Lab Manager in properly managing the lab resources.
• Manage and optimize all processes under your responsibility, considering Quality, Legality and Food Safety (if applicable) and client needs on Indorama’s products and services.
• Guarantee all documentation under your responsibility is updated and available for consulting.
• Has the authority to stop the process within scope if problems affecting regulation, quality, food safety, or customer requirements are detected.
• Interact with R&D team to improve lab methods and assist internal and external clients appropriately, as needed.
• Operate safely at the laboratory, including understanding and following SDS safety requirements.
• Deliver high-quality work in a timely manner, documenting results in lab notebooks and PMOx.

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required OR BS in other science field plus 2+ years in research laboratory work; OR Associates Degree with 5+ years in research laboratory work; OR 0-3 years’ experience (more than 3 years’ experience preferred) in R&D laboratory.
• Surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred.
• Use and knowledge of Parr Reactors preferred.
• Computer literacy with databases, word processing, spreadsheets.
• Excellent organizational and communication 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.

• A competitive compensation package, including health insurance, Well Hub / Total Pass, life insurance, and other exclusive benefits.
• Broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

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