Flow Laboratory Analyst: Core & Fluid Testing Expert

Core Laboratories Canada Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Laboratories is seeking a Flow Laboratory Analyst to conduct advanced and routine analytical testing on geological, fluid and gas samples, using specialised equipment and adhering to QA/QC and ISO standards. The role involves data review, reporting, and collaboration with multiple teams to ensure high‑quality results for clients.

You will operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, document results, and support continuous improvement initiatives while travelling domestically or

Qualifications

• Relevant laboratory experience, including exposure to analytical testing and data processing.
• Educated to a minimum HNC or equivalent in a science subject, or relevant experience.
• Degree in physical science related subject (desirable)

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on geological, fluid, and gas samples in accordance with documented procedures, quality standards, and client requirements.
• Conduct flow and relative permeability testing, including the analysis of conventional core properties such as porosity and permeability, liquid permeability testing, wettability restoration, in‑situ saturation monitoring, and wettability analysis using Amott and USBM methods.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established procedures and industry standards.
• Accurately record, analyse, review, and report test results, ensuring data quality, integrity, and compliance with required specifications.
• Complete all laboratory worksheets, data forms, records, reports, and administrative documentation accurately and within required timescales.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment, ensuring laboratory housekeeping standards are consistently met.
• Adhere to company quality, health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including ISO Quality Management Systems and QA/QC procedures.
• Identify, report, and where appropriate intervene to prevent unsafe, environmentally irresponsible, or non‑compliant practices.
• Report non‑conformances and participate in corrective and preventive action processes to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other departments to ensure efficient operations, effective communication, and consistency of data and service delivery.
• Support the training and development of colleagues and contribute to the sharing of technical knowledge and best practices.
• Respect and protect Company and client confidentiality at all times.
• Travel domestically or internationally, including offshore assignments, as required to support operational needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to operational excellence.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical testing

Data processing

Education

HNC or equivalent in science subject

Degree in physical science (desirable)

Job description

Core Laboratories is seeking a Flow Laboratory Analyst to conduct advanced and routine analytical testing on geological, fluid and gas samples, using specialised equipment and adhering to QA/QC and ISO standards. The role involves data review, reporting, and collaboration with multiple teams to ensure high‑quality results for clients.

You will operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, document results, and support continuous improvement initiatives while travelling domestically or