Research Scientist

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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.

• Set up and execute laboratory to meet both internal and external customer expectations.
• Develop methods to analyze samples or application testing to prove claims.
• Maintain awareness of literature and other sources of information to remain current with developments in the area of functional products of interest to the Corporation.
• Work with the sales force to evaluate, select, and apply standard chemistry techniques and procedures to solve customer or company objectives under the direction of R&D management.
• Able to present results to internal and external customers.
• Present work at public forums like conferences.
• Work projects in PMOx (project management system).
• Prepare internal and customer documents, reports, and presentations.
• 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.
• Stay within budget targets.
• Manage and optimize all processes 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.
• Interact with R&D team to improve the lab, lab methods, etc.

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering required plus 6 years relevant experience.
• M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with 4 years relevant experience in the chemical field.
• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Biochemistry, or Polymer Chemistry/Engineering with no commercial experience in the chemical field.
• 1‑6 years’ experience (more than 5 years preferred) in R&D laboratory, with surfactants knowledge in laboratory or application use strongly preferred.
• Use and knowledge of Parr Reactors preferred for scientists in process area.
• Market applications specific knowledge required in agriculture, crop solutions, or biosolutions for scientists in market segment areas.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Computer literacy with databases, word processing, spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated presentation skills required.
• English with bilingual Portuguese or Spanish strongly preferred.

• Health insurance
• Well Hub / Total Pass
• Life insurance
• 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!

We're Indovinya, a top producer of chemical intermediates and surfactants. Our extensive portfolio is designed to meet our customers' most diverse needs. As producers of solutions used for crops, oil and gas, coatings, home and personal care, and other applications, we are present in the daily lives of millions worldwide. Through our increasingly sustainable chemistry, designed to meet the needs of each of our customers carefully, we want to transform our operations and products into something increasingly relevant for the planet.

We are part of Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, one of the world's leading petrochemical producers, and are present globally with manufacturing in Europe, Africa, Americas, and Asia‑Pacific.

With 18 plants, seven R&D centers, and an experienced management team, we have a strong track record of environmental stewardship. Our expertise lies in innovative, eco‑friendly chemistry. Today, Indovinya emerges as a more robust and strategic company dedicated to driving new business opportunities while prioritizing the well‑being of countless individuals as employees, customers, suppliers and mainly the communities close to our operations worldwide.

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