Laboratory Chemist

RevoChem LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plans

PTO

Reward program

Job summary

RevoChem LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Laboratory Chemist (Environmental) who recently earned a Master’s degree to join our analytical team. You will perform daily preparation and analysis of oilfield produced water samples, maintain SOPs, and support method development under senior scientists.

The role emphasizes precise, repeatable lab work, instrument operation (ICP-MS, IC, isotope analyzer, GC), QA/QC checks, and collaboration with data scientists to improve processes and contribute to new

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry, geochemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through coursework, a thesis, research, or an internship; prior industry experience is not required.
• Understanding of analytical chemistry fundamentals, solution preparation, calibration, and quality control.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and willingness to perform routine laboratory tasks consistently.
• Ability to interpret results, recognize unexpected findings, and seek guidance when needed.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to laboratory and research work.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily sample preparation and analysis according to SOPs, including dilution, calibration standards, and titration.
• Operate laboratory instruments, including ICP-MS, IC, isotope analyzer, and GC, following training.
• Perform routine instrument calibration, maintenance, and performance checks; identify and communicate issues promptly.
• Complete QA/QC checks, maintain accurate laboratory records, and prepare analytical results for the data team.
• Meet daily sample-processing requirements while maintaining data quality, laboratory safety, and consistent execution of SOPs.
• Assist senior scientists with experiments, method evaluation, and troubleshooting to improve accuracy and reliability of produced water analysis.
• Support research on changes in produced water chemistry over time and contribute to experiments supporting new product development.
• Help document, update, and improve SOPs as methods evolve.
• Collaborate with the data team to investigate analytical questions and resolve data-quality issues.
• As proficiency develops, assist with training laboratory technicians and reviewing adherence to SOPs.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Analytical chemistry fundamentals

Quality control

Calibrations

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Education

Master's degree in chemistry

Master's degree in geochemistry

Master's degree in analytical chemistry

Master's degree in environmental science

Master's degree in closely related field

Tools

ICP-MS

Ion chromatography (IC)

Isotope analyzer

GC

Job description

RevoChem LLC is an industry leader in chemical fingerprinting technology. We empower our customers with first-of-its-kind data insights, leading to better decisions that significantly improve the economics of reservoir development and create values in various applications. We are expanding our team with a self-motivated and dedicated chemist to assist with our expansion.

We provide medical benefits, retirement plans, PTO, and attractive reward program.

About the Role

We are seeking a recent master’s graduate to join our laboratory. This hands-on position focuses primarily on daily preparation and analysis of oilfield produced water samples, instrument care, and quality control.

The ideal candidate enjoys precise, repeatable laboratory work and brings the scientific curiosity and analytical skills to help improve methods and support research. As proficiency develops, this person will contribute to method development, research experiments, and new product development under the guidance of senior scientists.

Job Title: Laboratory Chemist (Environmental)

Location: Houston, TX

On-site Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily sample preparation and analysis according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), including dilution, preparation of calibration standards, and titration.
• Operate laboratory instruments, including ICP-MS, ion chromatography (IC), isotope analyzer, and other instruments such as GC in the lab following training.
• Perform routine instrument calibration, maintenance, and performance checks; identify and communicate issues promptly.
• Complete quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) checks, maintain accurate laboratory records, and prepare analytical results for the data team.
• Meet daily sample-processing requirements while maintaining data quality, laboratory safety, and consistent execution of SOPs.
• Assist senior scientists with experiments, method evaluation, and troubleshooting to improve the accuracy and reliability of produced water analysis.
• Support research on changes in produced water chemistry over time and contribute to experiments supporting new product development.
• Help document, update, and improve SOPs as methods evolve.
• Collaborate with the data team to investigate analytical questions and resolve data-quality issues.
• As proficiency develops, assist with training laboratory technicians and reviewing adherence to SOPs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in chemistry, geochemistry, analytical chemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field.
• Hands-on laboratory experience through coursework, a thesis, research, or an internship; prior industry experience is not required.
• Understanding of analytical chemistry fundamentals, solution preparation, calibration, and quality control.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and willingness to perform routine laboratory tasks consistently.
• Ability to interpret results, recognize unexpected findings, and seek guidance when needed.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to laboratory and research work.

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to ICP-MS, IC, isotope analysis, or related analytical instrumentation.
• Experience analyzing brines, crude oils, rock samples or other environmental samples.
• Experience supporting research experiments and documenting methods and results.

• H1B visa sponsorship will be considered for strong candidate.