Biochemist-Jobs in Großbritannien

ChampionX is hiring a Chemist (Hydrates) in Aberdeen, UK on a temporary basis.

Oil and gas production faces technical challenges that can be addressed with production chemicals. Our research and development team creates chemical and engineering solutions by replicating conditions in the lab. The candidate will develop innovative solutions using our test equipment and troubleshoot application methods based on field data.

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organisation that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and empowers its employees through continuous improvement

• Provide laboratory testing/analysis and apply the findings in oil and gas production systems.
• Develop novel products for deployment in the field in addition to new testing methodologies for both in-field monitoring and laboratory analysis.
• Gain exposure to multiple disciplines when looking for solutions to problems, with potential career development into adjacent product lines such as wax, asphaltenes, gas hydrates, H2S scavengers, etc.
• Participate in conferences and industry events to present novel research.
• Conduct laboratory tests to complete project requests.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Assist with product development and screening.
• Write technical reports and manage databases.
• Learn about ChampionX product applications.
• Provide field support remotely or onsite.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping of lab sites.
• Keep calibration records for equipment.
• Follow company safety practices, including COSHH and risk assessments.

• BSc Hons, MSc, and/or PhD with experience in the Flow Assurance product range.
• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Experience managing day-to-day projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• A mix of office-based and standard lab-based work.

• Product selection experience.
• Experience writing technical papers as a co-author.
• Relevant OPITO modules.

ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.

At ChampionX, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, and providing opportunities based on individual qualifications and performance. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status.

We are also dedicated to advancing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA), aiming to utilize minority, female, disabled, and veteran individuals at all levels of our workforce.

We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws, such as the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.