Chemist

Clariant is currently seeking a Well Service Additives Chemist to support the Care Chemicals Business Unit at our facility in The Woodlands TX. This role focuses on collaborating on the development of innovative well service additive products performing testing and enhancing laboratory methodologies to support both new product development and technical service efforts. The Chemist will support lab-based workstreams interpret data and work cooperatively across teams to address key projects and customer needs. This position is well-suited for a hands-on detail-oriented scientist with a passion for formulation and creative problem-solving in the oilfield services industry looking to make a meaningful impact through technical excellence and innovation. Clariant offers a supportive salary package annual bonus PTO and more. If this role aligns with your background and career goals apply today - we look forward to hearing from you!

Responsibilities

• Act as a global technical contact for well service additives and wholesale providing collaborative support to sales and marketing teams.
• Support and contribute to assigned workstreams within Class 2 and Class 3 Innovation-to-Market (I2M) projects focused on new product development.
• Design and perform lab-scale formulation and application tests to assess the performance of well service additive products.
• Coordinate lab activities interpret experimental data and share findings in project meetings.
• Respond to technical service requests by engaging stakeholders conducting relevant experiments and preparing detailed reports.
• Mentor junior team members and regional colleagues on lab procedures techniques and equipment.
• Maintain strong adherence to safety practices and promote a culture of care in the laboratory.
• Update or create new standard operating procedures (SOPs) to reflect improved lab methodologies.
• Stay current on industry developments by attending global conferences and reviewing technical publications.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent academic research experience
• Familiarity with well service additive testing and laboratory procedures preferred
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus
• Proficient in scientific data evaluation and standard computer software (e.g. Excel PowerPoint Word)

Whats in it for you

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Mar Del Solar

Talent Acquisition Partner

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.

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