Principal Chemist

ChampionX; Calgary; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, independent work environment

Best-in-class resources and technology

Safety training and PPE

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dent,

Vision, pension plan, stock purchase,

Job summary

ChampionX, now part of SLB, is seeking a Principal Chemist to lead hydrocarbon sample testing and method development in our Calgary, AB lab. You will support GC-FID/GC-MS, DSC, and Pyrolysis GC-MS analyses, while mentoring staff and ensuring rigorous data interpretation and reporting.

This is an on-site, safety-conscious role with strong collaboration across teams. You will manage a demanding workload, contribute to process improvements, and leverage advanced instrumentation to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a Chemical discipline plus 6 years of relevant industry experience, OR
• Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant industry experience, OR
• Ph.D. and 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• In-depth knowledge/experience in gas chromatography, including method development, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Proven track record of project management; excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety leadership while actively contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide lab support, analytical data, and interpretation of results for technical and non-technical staff.
• Work as part of a team to meet a demanding workload while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Collaborate with other team members on projects, experiments, and data analysis.

Skills

GC-FID testing

GC-MS testing

Pyrolysis GC-MS

DSC testing

Laboratory methods development

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical discipline

Master's degree in Chemical discipline

Ph.D. in Chemical discipline

Tools

GC instruments

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for has an immediate opportunity for a Principal Chemist in our Production Chemical Technologies - Flow Assurance & Analytical Services Technology group, located in Calgary, AB.

The Technology division is focused on developing innovative and complete solutions to meet our customers’ needs while looking toward the future through our commitment to developing products that satisfy both business and customer needs. Technology is a great place for technical experts to be challenged and make an impact. If you are a passionate professional that likes to work in an autonomous, hands-on environment, we invite you to apply.

Job Overview

Primarily responsible for testing hydrocarbon samples by GC-FID, GC-MS, Pyrolysis GC-MS, and DSC. In addition, support the development of new laboratory methods, maintain and troubleshoot lab instrumentation, and provide customer-facing technical support. The applicant should be able to apply subject matter expertise to all aspects of laboratory techniques and testing methodologies. This position requires a versatile, self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

What’s in it For You

• Flexible, independent work environment where you will manage a monthly schedule
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety, to include top-notch safety training and personal protection equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a company-paid pension plan, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching Pension Plan, and more!

What Will You Do

• Demonstrate safety leadership while actively contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide lab support, analytical data, and interpretation of results for technical and non-technical staff.
• Work as part of a team to meet a demanding workload while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Collaborate with other team members on projects, experiments, and data analysis.

Position Details

• The candidate must reside in Calgary, AB or surrounding areas.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
• This is a safety-sensitive position, and the successful candidate will be required to complete drug and alcohol testing.
• This is an on-site role, Monday to Friday.
• This is a full time role based on 40 hours per week and requires working in a laboratory setting, PPE is required at all times in the lab.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and experience should be at a minimum:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Chemical discipline + 6 years of relevant industry experience, OR
  • Master's degree + 4 years of relevant industry experience, OR
  • Ph.D. and 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• In-depth knowledge/experience in gas chromatography, including method development, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Proven track record of project management; excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in oilfield production chemicals with a background in Flow Assurance would be an asset.

Physical Demand

• Working in a lab environment on regular basis.
• Some light lifting may be required.

About Us

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that's been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that's been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

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We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.