Formulation Chemist

1515 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77043, USA

Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM

FORMULATION CHEMIST

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Director of R&D

Travel Requirement: No

Job Description

Select Chemistry is seeking a highly motivated Chemist with expertise in surfactant development, optimization, and performance to support ongoing R&D initiatives.

This position is ideal for candidates with a solid foundation in Surfactant Chemistry as it relates to completions operations in Oil and Gas and an interest in advancing the performance of frac chemistries, IOR, and EOR.

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to

• Conduct applied research to understand the following with respect to completions/frac chemistries:
  • Chemical properties, interactions with fluids, other chemistries, and the performance in wells (including performance during completions operations, well bore damage mitigation, and reservoir performance).
  • This will include the use of analytical techniques including but not limited to evaluation of surfactant properties (ST, IFT, CMC, Wettability, contact angle, etc), fluid rheology, and clay and fines control.
• Develop new analytical methods and experimental workflows to support R&D projects.
• Analyze laboratory and field data to support product optimization and reservoir performance evaluation.
• Product Development including review of raw materials, optimization of existing product formulations, and development of new products to improve performance, safety, and/or cost-efficiency.
• Prepare technical reports, research publications, and present findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Master’s or PhD in Surfactant Chemistry, Chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Strong understanding of the principles of formula development and optimization, completions operations (specifically the chemistries in use),
  surfactant/rock surface chemistry including compatibility with formation minerology, adsorption, wettability, alteration. An understanding of fluid dynamics, and the use of the various Oil and Gas chemistries in completions operations, EOR, and IOR.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams evaluate completion chemical performance.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
• Background in Surfactant Chemistry
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• Industry or academic research experience in surfactant usage and performance in hydraulic fracturing and/or stimulation/enhanced oil recovery.

• W: Working Safe
• A: Accountability
• T: Teamwork
• R: Respect

Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays.
• Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with Company match.
• Referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.
• Paid Training.

• This position works inside a climate-controlled environment. The Company will supply adequate training and equipment to perform the functions of the job.
• Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm.
• Involves sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
• Needs high degree of concentration in a busy area.
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Select Water Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. It is Select’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status,…