Sr Research Associate

TETRA Technologies, Inc. • Conroe, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

TETRA Technologies, Inc. is a global organization whose foundation and strength comes from the drive and dedication of our team members. We value equal employment opportunity to stimulate creativity and innovation in our workforce as we use our collective talents to develop unique solutions to address the world's energy challenges. Founded in 1981, TETRA (NYSE: TTI) is an energy services and solutions company focused on developing environmentally conscious services and solutions that help make people's lives better. With operations on six continents, the Company's portfolio consists of Energy Services, Industrial Chemicals, and Critical Minerals. In addition to providing products and services to the oil and gas industry and calcium chloride for diverse applications, TETRA is expanding into the low-carbon energy market with chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure, helping to meet the demand for sustainable energy in the twenty-first century.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
• 5+ years experience in developing new products and processes
• experience with electrolyte or solution-phase chemistry for energy storage applications
• hands-on experience with electrochemical testing techniques
• Submit to and satisfactorily complete pre-employment background, medical, alcohol, and drug screening
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel electrolyte formulations for advanced energy storage applications, optimizing ionic conductivity, electrochemical stability, and thermal performance across candidate chemical systems.
• Conduct electrochemical testing and characterization to evaluate candidate formulations.
• Screen additive packages and co-solvents for compatibility, stability, and performance contribution; evaluate thermal behavior, physical properties, and material compatibility across candidate formulations.
• Generate ideas for new products and services; create development proposals, conception records, and lead projects through Agile Stage and Gate product development from proposal through launch.
• Develop new products and test methods; obtain patents and publish technical papers to enhance TETRA’s leadership among industry peer groups; contribute to IP documentation and invention disclosures.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols and adhere to all relevant HSEQ regulations, norms, and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree