Chemist

ChampionX has an immediate opening for a Chemist in our Research, Development, and Engineering (RD&E) Diagnostic Solutions Group located in Sugar Land, TX . This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing organization that offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Whats In It for You:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is dedicated to improving lives and passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization 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 through continuous improvement.
• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!

What You Will Do

In this role, the Chemist will be responsible for conducting material compatibility and analytical testing, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, generating technical reports, and managing multiple concurrent projects.

Main responsibilities:

• Perform material compatibility testing using established protocols to assess application suitability in the oil and gas industry.
• Conduct water analysis testing using various analytical techniques such as ICP and IC.
• Support senior researchers with sample preparation and project execution.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Communicate effectively with team members to support efficient lab operations.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage multiple technical requests in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field preferably with laboratory experience (academic or internship-based).
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive, team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ChampionX

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At ChampionX , 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.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.