Joshua Pickle

Certified Chemist and an accomplished Research Chemist with over 6 years of working experience in conducting chemical experiments with absolute compliance with testing protocols, presenting test results analysis, and developing new products. Well-grounded in utilizing various analytical instruments and proficient in providing technical reports. Ability to work independently and proactively with team, with innovative problem-solving, effective communication, interpersonal, and time management skills. Seeking for a challenging and rewarding position as a Research Chemist where I can extensively utilize my skills and experience to impact the growth of the organization.

Lab Technician III | ExxonMobil                                                                                                                             Nov. 2021 – Dec. 2022

• Worked collaboratively with the researchers and engineers in conducting laboratory tests and analysis on different sample types received from the field.
• Successfully conducted multiple tests on rheology and viscosity and proppant static settling tests in various polymer slurries (also known as fracking fluids) and achieved targeted results.
• Efficiently utilized the Malvern Mastersizer 3000 to conduct multiple Particle Size Distribution (PSD) tests of various proppants, applying both dry and wet analysis methods.
• Achieved optimum operational efficiency and fostered laboratory efficiency by enhancing test protocols and improving cleaning procedures and supervised in designing a cleaning system for test sieves.
• Worked collectively with IT specialists to significantly improve custom-designed software for documenting critical test parameters during live tests, which facilitated the testing procedures.
• Conducted various sieve separation tests of proppant samples for Quality Analysis and Control.

Senior Chemist | ChampionX                                                                                                                         Sept. 2014 – Oct. 2020

• Effectively optimized a cement retarder for performance efficiency and assisted its commercialization for sales turnaround and visibility enhancement.
• Demonstrated excellent team collaborations in working with senior scientists to develop and characterize multiple latex and dry gel polymers for different hydraulic fracturing applications.
• Aided the development, scale-up, and commercialization of several latex fluid loss additives for water-based drilling mud (WBM) and cement slurries.
• Aided the development, scale-up, and commercialization of 1) a water-based high-solids suspension cross-linker and 2) a cement retarder.
• Leveraged effective cross-sectional collaborations in working with proactive teams to perform laboratory tests and run multiple chemical syntheses.
• Proficiently composed and proof-read SOP’s and research reports. Voluntarily worked as back-up sweeper for shelter-in-place procedures, and submitted multiple safety recommendations and near misses.
• Closely worked in line with the organization’s safety policies and performed laboratory safety inspections.
• Awarded for involvement in several R&D safety projects.
• Participated in various research safety projects and collaboratively worked with the research safety committee for overall improvement of lab safety.

B.S. - Chemistry ǀ LeTourneau University