ChampionX has an immediate need for a Principal Chemist in our Research, Development and Engineering (RD&E) Diagnostic Solutions Group located in Sugar Land, Texas. If you are a dedicated professional with a proven track record of success, we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a growing company offering competitive base rates and benefits.

What's in it For You:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is 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 has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, tuition reimbursement and more!

What You Will Do:

• Run a variety of analytical tests on samples submitted by our sales and research organizations. The samples' matrices will range from oil field brines, hydrocarbons, and solids.
• Improve upon existing methods and assist in the develop of new, novel analytical techniques in support of our Research, Development and Engineering (RD&E) team.
• Provide solutions to a wide range of difficult problems such as the design of complex systems and programs and/or the resolution of problems requiring state of the art awareness of the terminology.
• Perform Scanning Electron Microscope - Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (SEMEDS) analyses on surfaces and/or solids filtered from oil field produced waters for imaging and/or semi-quantitative chemical analysis
• Lead or act as a key technical contributor on projects/experiments/research of moderate scope and complexity with high impact on the business. Act with considerable latitude in determining technical approach required to meet desired objectives.
• Provide direct analytical support for our Sales and Research organizations Directly communicate with fellow team members to ensure effective and efficient operations
• Perform work in a safe manner while identifying opportunities for improving safety
• Manage several requests at once while working within a fast-paced environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field with a minimum of 5 years of related experience, Master of Science with a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or a PhD with minimal or no related experience
• Experience with common surface analysis analytical techniques such as, but not limited to, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
• Ability to operate independently and as a part of a high-functioning team
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• An understanding of the priority of safety (chemicals, equipment, co-workers, and self)
• Proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience analyzing solids by X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray Fluorescence (XRF), CHN and O elemental analyses, and gravimetric techniques
• Experience with utilizing and managing samples in a laboratory information management system (LIMS) or other sample/data tracking platforms Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate within all levels of the organization
• The candidate should be outgoing, creative, a self-starter, and team orientated

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

AtChampionX, 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.