Aaron Sanders
About Aaron Sanders
Aaron Sanders serves as the Technical Director of Oilfield Solutions at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in the chemical industry, having previously worked at The Dow Chemical Company in various research and leadership roles.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Aaron Sanders currently serves as the Technical Director for Oilfield Solutions at Stepan Company, a position he has held since 2019. He also works as the R&D Manager for Oilfield Solutions, a role he has occupied since 2013. Both positions are based in Northfield, Illinois, where he leads initiatives related to oilfield chemical solutions.
Previous Experience at The Dow Chemical Company
Prior to his current roles, Aaron Sanders worked at The Dow Chemical Company for over a decade. He held several positions, including Senior Research Specialist from 2006 to 2009, Technical Leader from 2009 to 2013, and Senior Research Chemist from 2002 to 2006. He began his career at Dow as part of the Research Assignment Program from 2001 to 2002. His work at Dow was primarily based in Midland, Michigan.
Educational Background
Aaron Sanders earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, obtaining a Doctor of Philosophy in Organic Chemistry from 1995 to 2001. He completed his secondary education at Spirit Lake High School from 1991 to 1995.