Microbiologist

SNF Holding Company•The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 8,150 people, including more than 2,300 in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth. SNF Holding Company is seeking a Microbiologist with proven experience in biocide applications for the oil and gas (O&G) industry. In this role, you will contribute to and actively participate in research and innovation (R&I) development projects focused on oilfield chemical applications, with an emphasis on microbial control and biocide solutions. LOCATION: Woodland, TX

Requirements

Strong technical expertise in biocide formulation, microbiological testing, and oil & gas laboratory instrumentation
Hands-on experience with microbial monitoring, biofilm analysis, and biocide efficacy testing in oilfield environments
Solid understanding of oilfield applications and regulatory requirements related to biocide use
Demonstrated customer support capabilities, particularly in troubleshooting and resolving microbial issues in the field
Willingness and ability to learn and apply expertise to additional stimulation projects, including scale inhibition, corrosion control, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or PhD highly preferred

Responsibilities

Initiate, propose, and develop innovative concepts and solutions for microbial control and biocide applications within the oil & gas chemicals market
Design, execute, and interpret laboratory studies to develop new and improved biocides and microbiological control technologies
Develop, validate, and maintain advanced laboratory methods, protocols, and equipment for microbiological analysis and biocide efficacy evaluation
Provide technical support for existing biocide products and microbial control technologies across oilfield applications
Deliver expert technical support and troubleshooting to customers, addressing biocide performance and microbiology-related challenges
Actively expand technical capabilities by learning and supporting additional stimulation technologies, including scale inhibition, corrosion control, and enhanced oil recovery
Contribute to research and innovation (R&I) projects focused on biocide and microbiology solutions for oilfield chemical applications
Support Solvay Oil & Gas technical and business teams in the execution of technology development initiatives related to microbial management and biocide performance