Chemist I

Job Title – Chemist I

Department – Tracer Diagnostics

Reports to – Laboratory Director

Job Summary

The Chemist is primarily responsible to perform advanced technical and analytical work involving the investigation of the chemical nature of substances and provides assistance in the implementation and maintenance of company processes. Requires use of independent judgement; performed under general directions and reviewed through observation, conferences and results achieved.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Analyzes chemical nature and make-up of various samples from different sources to provide information on compounds or quantities of compounds present using analytical techniques and instrumentation
• Processes and records data from analytical instruments
• Performs laboratory analyses in order to produce reliable and precise reports to support scientific investigations within the oil and gas industry
• Assist with maintenance of analytical instruments according to specifications
• Constructs, maintain, & operate lab equipment (e.g., centrifuges, pipetting machine, pH meters)
• Prepares chemical reagents for analyses
• Uses multiple software programs to assist in performing analyses and preparing scientific reports
• Assists in the development and performance of experiments to test hypotheses and improve tracer technology
• Supervise laboratory technicians as required to maintain data analysis and reporting
• Support and uphold HS&E policies and procedures of NCS and the customer
• Align individual goals with NCS’s corporate goals, while adhering to the NCS Promise
• Participate in Personal Development for Success (PDS)
• Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s Degree in physical science (Chemistry Degree Preferred)
• 1-3 years of Analytical Laboratory working experience; preferred
• Knowledge of HPLC, GC, MS and other modern analytical technologies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
• Ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced environment, willing to think on their own, with excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work in the presence of odors typical of petroleum, petrochemicals and laboratory chemicals without allergic reaction or nausea
• Ability to stand, bend and sit for extended time periods
• Ability to work in climate and non-climate-controlled area (95% climate, 5% non-climate)
• Ability to move or lift 50lbs

Additional Information

• Status: Exempt
• Employment Classification: Full-time, Regular
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm, overtime required as needed to maintain production schedule
• Special Equipment: Laptop
• Bonus: Eligible
• Travel: 5% domestic travel and international travel may be required
• Criminal background check required for all positions
• Safety sensitive positions will require additional pre-employment testing

Core Competencies

• Teamwork/Collaboration – Able to work cooperatively with other individuals
• Service Focus – Builds & maintains customer satisfaction and provides excellent service to internal & external customers
• Decision Making – Able to make decisions and solve problems of varied levels of complexity using logical, systematic, and sequential approach
• Ethics & Integrity – Trustworthiness and ethical behavior with consideration for impact & consequence when making decisions/taking action
• Problem Solving – Ability to approach a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
• Continuous Improvement – Ongoing improvement of products, services, or processes through incremental & breakthrough improvements
• Accountability – Obligation or willingness to be answerable for an outcome