Research Chemist Job

• Conduct DFR (dry friction reducer) testing to technically support and perform quality control.
Evaluated the performance of flowability, viscosity, and friction reduction with the angle of repose analysis apparatus, shear-rate dependent rotational viscometer, and the flow loop system with a progressive pump, respectively.
• Support new product development in fracturing and EOR (Enhanced Oil Recovery) applications, including friction reducer and surfactant formulation development.
Performed different physical property testing and data analysis, including high-temperature viscosity testing, specific density testing with densitometer and surface tension measurement, which helps the R&D team optimize the formulation.
• Generate protocols and guidance of quality control experiments for both lab and manufacturers, which requires a deep understanding of company product lines and the quality issues may encounter, and good communication skills among different companies to execute the quality control plan as expected.
• Document progress on projects via monthly reports and end-of-project summary. Record properly on equipment calibration, experiment record, equipment maintenance, etc.
• Contribute to projects assigned to other members of the research team and participating in training, process scale-up, and field evaluation of researches . Offer technical support upon the need of other departments such as sales department.
• Perform regular calibration and maintenance of instruments including balances, pH meter, rheology equipment including rotational viscometer, High temperature viscometer, elastometer, friction reduction system including the pipes, mass and volumetric flow meter and a progressive pump.
• Manage and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies by establishing standards of procedure, arranging equipment service, checking stock of chemicals and parts for equipment. Organize samples for oilfield production and other qualifications or experiments.

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry. Must have 12 months’ research experience in chemical engineering (academic or industrial). Must have knowledge in developing demulsfication formulation and implementing demulsifier products and specialty oilfield chemicals to enhance field operation and waste water treatment. Must have knowledge to establish standard lab testing and evaluation protocols.