Scientist - Oilfield R&D

Position: Scientist - Oilfield Applications R&D
Scientist
- Oilfield Applications R&D # Scientist
- Oilfield Applications R&DFulltime
* Houston, Texas, United States
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** Open until further notice
**** Scientist – Oilfield Applications R&D
** At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.

We are looking for a
** Scientist
* * with strong experience in oilfield production chemistry, surfactant and polymer applications, and hands-on laboratory and field testing to join our team in Houston, TX. Are you passionate about developing chemical solutions, solving complex technical challenges, and working directly with customers to improve product performance? If so, we would love to hear from you!
** About the job
** As a Scientist in our Oilfield R&D team, you will play a key role in developing, evaluating, and optimizing chemical solutions for oil and gas applications, with a particular focus on production chemistry and field performance.

You will combine hands-on laboratory research with customer-facing technical support, working closely with Sales, Marketing, and global R&D teams to deliver effective solutions. As we expand our support to a broader range of oilfield customers, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of technical projects, support formulation development, and conduct field trials across North America and occasionally Latin America.

This role is ideal for an experienced oilfield scientist who can apply their existing technical expertise from day one while contributing to innovation and business growth.
** In your future role as Scientist, you will
*** Lead and manage R&D projects focused on oilfield production chemistry, developing, evaluating, and optimizing chemical formulations for customer applications.
* Design, conduct, and interpret laboratory experiments and field trials, particularly in demulsification, water clarification, corrosion control, scale control, and flow assurance.
* Apply your expertise in surfactant, polymer, and surface chemistry to evaluate chemical performance, troubleshoot technical challenges, and develop effective solutions.
* Provide hands-on technical support to customers, including on-site formulation testing, product optimization, troubleshooting, and technical presentations.
* Take ownership of laboratory activities, including experimental design, testing protocols, equipment maintenance, and compliance with safety and HSE standards.
* Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and global R&D teams to support customer development, long-term research projects, technical publications, and intellectual property initiatives.
** We believe you bring
*** A Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field.
* At least 8 years of relevant experience in oilfield applications, with a strong background in production chemistry and field applications.
* Hands-on laboratory experience evaluating and optimizing oilfield chemical formulations, including the ability to understand the relationship between chemical structure and product performance.
* Strong technical expertise in surfactants, polymers, and their applications in oilfield operations, particularly production chemicals such as demulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, and flow assurance solutions.
* Practical experience conducting field trials, supporting customers on-site, troubleshooting technical issues, and evaluating chemical performance in real-world oilfield conditions.
* Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer-facing skills, with the ability to work independently and travel up to
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