Iain Johnson
About Iain Johnson
Iain Johnson serves as the Global Product and Applications Leader at Venator Materials Plc, a position he has held since 2019. He holds an M/Chem in Applied Chemistry from Northumbria University and a PhD in Polymer and Materials Science from the University of Durham.
Work at Venator Materials
Iain Johnson has been serving as the Global Product and Applications Leader at Venator Materials Plc since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product development and application strategies within the company. His tenure at Venator began with a previous position as Product and Applications Development Manager from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on advancing product offerings and enhancing application processes. Both roles have been based in Stockton-on-Tees, contributing to the company's objectives in the materials sector.
Education and Expertise
Iain Johnson holds a Master of Chemistry (M/Chem) degree in Applied Chemistry from Northumbria University, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He furthered his education at the University of Durham, pursuing a PhD in Polymer and Materials Science from 2008 to 2013. His academic background provides a strong foundation in chemistry and materials science, which supports his professional roles in product development and applications.
Background
Iain Johnson's early career included a position as a Product Testing Analyst at Quintiles from 2004 to 2005, where he gained experience in product evaluation. He later worked as a Pharmaceutical Analyst at Merck from 2007 to 2008, focusing on pharmaceutical product analysis. This diverse background in product testing and analysis has informed his later roles in product and applications development.
Career Progression
Iain Johnson's career has progressed through various roles in product and applications development. After his initial experience as a Product Testing Analyst and a Pharmaceutical Analyst, he transitioned to Venator Materials Plc. His roles have evolved from Product and Applications Development Manager to Global Product and Applications Leader, reflecting his growing expertise and leadership within the field.