Chemist

SUMMARY

Performs laboratory tests required by clients, with or without supervision, to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by the client.

• Read and understand all analysis and safety standards in English, including ASTM, UOP, IP and other well‑defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
• Operate laboratory equipment for which the Chemist or Lab Analyst has been adequately trained and verified to operate correctly in accordance with applicable standards and sound laboratory practice.
• Perform analytical tests from well‑defined standards and procedures as required by the Location Manager or senior management staff.
• Calibrate laboratory instruments.
• Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas.
• Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in the Laboratory Manual, Safety Manual, Core Laboratories Safety and Environmental Manual, and company policies.
• Attend training and pass appropriate examinations in petroleum, chemical and gas analysis, including Right‑to‑Know training, hazardous materials disposal, and other safety and compliance training required by applicable regulations.
• Understand and be able to complete laboratory raw data sheets and make accurate entries into Saybolt’s laboratory computer programs.
• Perform and maintain laboratory procedures, equipment calibration, control charting, documentation and records in full compliance with the quality assurance program outlined in the division’s quality manuals and compliance program.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced dynamic environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Pass the drug and alcohol test specified for safety‑sensitive employees.
• Be able to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea when such odors are within OSHA‑designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).
• Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and test or smell.
• Frequently required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Laboratory personnel must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

• May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The Company provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment to protect employees from potentially harmful levels of these materials.
• Employees may be required to wear and use appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.