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Chemist

Houston, TX

No 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 ...

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Chemist

Houston, TX · On-site

No 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 ...

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CDL Driver - Tanker & Hazmat

Evans, CO

No Select Chemistry is offering a Sign-On Bonus in an amount of up to $3,000.00 Top Tier Benefits * Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans. * Paid ...

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CDL Driver - Tanker & Hazmat

Garden City, TX

Select Chemistry's CDL Hazmat Driver is responsible for safely operating a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight. This position is responsible for building loads for ...

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CDL Driver - Tanker & Hazmat

El Reno, OK

Select Chemistry's CDL Hazmat Driver is responsible for safely operating a truck with a capacity of at least 26,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight. This position is responsible for building loads for ...

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Automation Engineer / E-Tech

Garden City, TX

Yes Select Chemistry's Automation Engineer provides industrial automation expertise and leadership to support business operations. This position will work with other operations personnel to drive ...

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Operator - Warehouse

Midland, TX

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

Select Chemistry's Warehouse Operator will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks, staging deliveries, packaging product in the yard, inspections and general duties in accordance with safety ...

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Billing Coordinator

Houston, TX

No Select Chemistry's Billing Coordinator is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and processing customer invoices while ensuring accuracy and timely billing. This role works closely with customers ...

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Lab Technician

Midland, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26/hr

Select Chemistry's Lab Technician will test and qualify raw materials and products in support of our company's mission to manufacture quality products for our customers. The Lab Technician will ...

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Operator - Well Chemical Services

Evans, CO

$18.50 - $21.25/hr

Select Chemistry's Well Chemical Operator will operate equipment for water treatment, chemical injection and inventory management during frac jobs for clients. Well Chemical Services is a combination ...

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Operator - Well Chemical Services

Garden City, TX

$18.75 - $21.50/hr

Select Chemistry's Well Chemical Operator will operate equipment for water treatment, chemical injection and inventory management during frac jobs for clients. Well Chemical Services is a combination ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for select chemistry in the United States is $22.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectSelect ChemistryAnalytical Chemist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fieldBachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing plants, research facilitiesLaboratories, quality control labs, research institutions
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical, manufacturing, research companiesPharmaceutical, environmental, food testing, and quality assurance

In summary, Select Chemistry professionals typically focus on selecting and testing chemical substances, often working in manufacturing or research settings. Analytical Chemists specialize in analyzing substances to determine their composition and quality, frequently working in quality control or testing laboratories. While both roles require a chemistry background, Analytical Chemists often have more specialized training in analytical techniques.

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Jobs that involve select chemistry include chemical technician, quality control analyst, laboratory scientist, process chemist, and research and development chemist. These roles typically require knowledge of chemical properties, laboratory skills, and sometimes certifications in safety and laboratory procedures.

What is select chemistry?

Select Chemistry is a job role that involves working with chemical substances, often in laboratory or manufacturing settings. It requires knowledge of chemical properties, safety protocols, and may involve using tools like spectrometers or chromatography equipment. Certification or training in chemistry or related fields is typically necessary for this position.

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Infographic showing various Select Chemistry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,292 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

Chemist

Houston, TX

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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

CHEMIST

Job Details

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Business Unit: Chemistry

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.

 

Other duties

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.

 

Requirements

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.
  • Industry or academic research experience in surfactant usage and performance in hydraulic fracturing and/or stimulation/enhanced oil recovery.

 

Select Values and Guiding Principles

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

 

Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

 

Top Tier Benefits

  • 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.

 

 

Physical Demands and Exposures

  • 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.

 

 

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