Undergraduate research, co-op, or internship involving spectral data analysis, method development, or data pipeline work * Experience with chemometrics platforms such as PLS Toolbox, The Unscrambler ...
Undergraduate research, co-op, or internship involving spectral data analysis, method development, or data pipeline work * Experience with chemometrics platforms such as PLS Toolbox, The Unscrambler ...
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$8.65 - $9.86
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$14.66 - $15.87
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| Aspect | Internship Chemometrics | Data Analyst |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Typically pursuing or recent graduate in chemistry, statistics, or related fields | Bachelor's or higher in data science, statistics, or related fields |
| Work Environment | Research labs, pharmaceutical, or chemical industries | Business, finance, healthcare, or tech companies |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Used in industries requiring chemical data analysis and modeling | Used across various industries for data interpretation and reporting |
Internship Chemometrics focuses on applying statistical and chemometric techniques to chemical data, often in research settings. Data Analysts work broadly with data interpretation across industries. While both roles involve data analysis skills, internships are more specialized in chemistry-related data, whereas Data Analysts have a wider industry application.
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Job description
Company
Flotek creates unique solutions to reduce the environmental impact of energy on air, water, land and people. A technology-driven, specialty green chemistry and data technology company, Flotek helps customers across industrial and commercial markets improve their environmental performance. The Company serves specialty chemistry needs for both domestic and international energy markets. Flotek has an intellectual property portfolio of over 170 patents and a global presence in more than 15 countries, including North America, Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa. Flotek is based in Houston, Texas and its common shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “FTK.” For additional information on Flotek, please visit www.flotekind.com.
Overview
This role will play a key part in supporting the development of chemometric models through laboratory experimentation, spectral data analysis, and software-enabled data workflows. The candidate will combine hands-on analytical chemistry experience with technical and computational skills to generate high-quality calibration and validation datasets used in predictive model development.
Working closely with the Chemometrics team, the candidate will operate and maintain analytical instrumentation, including NIR and Raman systems, apply sound experimental design and quality control practices, and contribute to the development of tools and applications that support chemometric model evaluation and deployment. Success in this role requires strong collaboration, scientific curiosity, and the ability to bridge laboratory data generation with analytical and software-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Chemometrics - Analytical Chemist will be responsible for:
- Designing and executing laboratory experiments specifically aimed at generating calibration and validation datasets for chemometric model development
- Operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation including NIR and Raman
- Applying sound sampling strategies, experimental design (DoE), and QC practices to ensure data quality and representativeness
- Constructing predictive models to translate spectra into usable data for our customers
- Developing software to improve the MATLAB ad Python Software Development Kits (SDKs) for the chemometrics team
- Developing applications to evaluate models after development and prior to development to field analyzers
Skills and Knowledge
- Ability to translate complex scientific concepts into practical, scalable software solutions
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, with attention to detail
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
- Working knowledge of chemometric modeling concepts and data analysis techniques
- Understanding of software development best practices, including version control, testing, and documentation
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field
- Familiarity with instrumental analysis and spectroscopic experimental methods e.g., Raman and NIR spectroscopies
- Demonstrated software experience: proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB for data analysis (coursework, research, or personal projects all count)
Preferred Qualifications
- Undergraduate research, co-op, or internship involving spectral data analysis, method development, or data pipeline work
- Experience with chemometrics platforms such as PLS Toolbox, The Unscrambler, or Solo+MIA
- Experience with APIs, RDBMS, NoSQL, Docker Containers and ReactJS.
Flotek Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
About Flotek Industries
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Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1985