Job Description: Indorama Integrated Oxides & Derivatives is currently looking for a dynamic individual to work as a R&D Chemist I located at our The Woodlands, Texas facility. In this role, you will be responsible to work with Research Scientists and R&D Managers to evaluate existing and new chemistries, processes, or applications related to Oxiteno products in a safe manner, but also works independently to accomplish small to medium projects around their lab focus area. This position is focused on 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. Maintaining projects status, documents, and equipment. 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. Fully competent chemist in all aspects requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Requires sufficient professional experience to understand new approaches to problems and situations. Work in small to medium projects around their lab focus area to attend clients’ needs in terms of application, processes, or chemistries. Set up and execute laboratory work with small to medium amounts of outline by R&D scientist on the detailed work. Run small to medium experiments independently in line with R&D scientist direction. 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. Ability to operate various pieces equipment for synthesis, analysis, or applications testing. Ability to run small to medium sized experiments independently. Full understanding of the uses and applications of Indorama’s products and fully supporting our Research Scientists. Performs routine chemistry assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures and limited exercise of judgment. Assistance is readily available. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard chemistry techniques and procedures with certain supervision/orientation. Assignments have clear and specified objectives and require the investigation of a number of variables. Fully competent chemist in all aspects requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria. Devise new approaches to problems and situations without any type of supervision. 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. Interact with R&D team to improve the lab, lab methods, etc., and other internal and external clients appropriately, as needed. 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. Associate degree with 5 years in Research laboratory work. 5-10 years’ experience (more 10 years’ experience preferred) in: R&D laboratory preferred. Surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred. Use and knowledge of Parr Reactors preferred. Experience in oilfield application testing. Synthesis experience. 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. 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! Additional Locations: Indorama Ventures is a world-class chemicals company with a global integrated leader in PET and fibers serving major customers in diversified end-use markets. Following our core strategies, we develop innovative products for customer needs and to make great products for society.