Analytical Chemist / Production Chemist

STRATUM RESERVOIR (NORWAY) AS; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance through DNB

Insurance through IF Europeiske

Pension scheme Gjensidige

Loyalty days

Job summary

Stratum Reservoir is expanding its Wellbore Productivity Laboratory in Stavanger and seeks an Analytical Chemist or Production Chemist to join the team.

You will perform water chemistry analyses and operate ICP-OES, Ion Chromatography, and titration systems, supporting core flooding studies and production chemistry projects.

This hands-on role offers opportunities to develop methods, contribute to cutting-edge laboratory services, and grow within a global geoscience laboratory network.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Production Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, or a related discipline
• Previous laboratory experience within oil & gas, production chemistry, water analysis or related industries is preferred.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as ICP-OES, IC or automated titration systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced water chemistry analyses
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments including:
• ICP-OES
• Ion Chromatography (IC)
• Titration systems
• pH, conductivity and turbidity instruments
• Support production chemistry and flow assurance projects
• Develop and improve laboratory methods and procedures
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality and HSE requirements
• Plan, execute and report core flood experiments
• Prepare technical reports and communicate results to clients and colleagues
• Contribute to the growth and development of the laboratory's service portfolio

Skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Education

BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Production Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, or related

Tools

ICP-OES

Ion Chromatography

Titration systems

pH meters

Job description

Perform water chemistry analyses, operate analytical instruments (ICP-OES, IC), and support production chemistry and core flood experiments.

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, or a related discipline
• Preferred laboratory experience within oil & gas, production chemistry, or water analysis
• Desirable experience with analytical instrumentation like ICP-OES, IC, or automated titration
• Advantage with core flooding, scale inhibitor testing, or formation damage testing
• Varied and technically challenging role with exposure to leading-edge projects
• Good insurances through DNB and IF Europeiske (travel, health, accident)
• Pension scheme through Gjensidige
• Loyalty days (extra holiday days after a set number of employment years)

Join Our Team!

Stratum Reservoir is a global leader in geoscience laboratory services, specializing in the analysis and interpretation of rocks and fluids for the oil and gas industries.

Join Our Growing Wellbore Productivity Team!

We are now looking to hire for the following position:

Analytical Chemist / Production Chemist – Wellbore Productivity Laboratory

Stratum Reservoir is expanding and is seeking an experienced and motivated Analytical Chemist or Production Chemist to join our wellbore productivity Laboratory in Stavanger.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and delivering laboratory services that support the energy industry, including water analysis, scale inhibitor qualification, formation damage studies, new energy studies and core flooding experiments.

We are looking for a self-driven individual who enjoys solving technical challenges, working independently, and contributing to the growth of a modern laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine and advanced water chemistry analyses

Operate and maintain analytical instruments including:

ICP-OES

Ion Chromatography (IC)

Titration systems

pH, conductivity and turbidity instruments

Support production chemistry and flow assurance projects

Develop and improve laboratory methods and procedures

Ensure compliance with laboratory quality and HSE requirements

Plan, execute and report core flood experiments

Prepare technical reports and communicate results to clients and colleagues

Contribute to the growth and development of the laboratory's service portfolio

Qualifications

BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Production Chemistry, Petroleum Chemistry, or a related discipline

Previous laboratory experience within oil & gas, production chemistry, water analysis or related industries is preferred.

Experience with analytical instrumentation such as ICP-OES, IC or automated titration systems is desirable.

Experience with core flooding, scale inhibitor testing, formation damage testing or reservoir laboratory work is an advantage.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Personal Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

Is self-motivated and takes ownership of their work

Enjoys working in a hands-on laboratory environment

Has a proactive approach to problem solving

Is organised and detail-oriented

Thrives in a growing and dynamic team

Has a continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

An opportunity to help build and shape a new laboratory capability

A varied and technically challenging role

Exposure to leading-edge production chemistry and reservoir laboratory projects

A collaborative and supportive working environment and great colleagues.

Good insurances through DNB – Occupational hassard, group life, illness, accidents, and health insurance.

Good insurances through IF Europeiske – travels through work and private travels.

Pension scheme through Gjensidige.

Loyalty days – Extra holiday days after a set number of employment years.

Stratum Reservoir is a global leader in geoscience laboratory services, specializing in the analysis and interpretation of rocks and fluids for the oil and gas industries.

Our comprehensive services include reservoir characterization, geochemical analysis, and isotopic analysis, aimed at helping clients assess resource potential and optimize asset utilization.

With a network of laboratories worldwide, Stratum Reservoir delivers high-precision analytical data and scientific insights to support informed decision-making throughout the resource lifecycle.

Stratum Reservoir (Norway) AS, established in 1986, is part of the Stratum Reservoir group.

In Norway, 120 employees are working at our offices today, located in Stavanger, Sandnes, and Trondheim.