Chemist I

Core Laboratories

SUMMARY

Performs laboratory analysis and tests required, under close to moderate supervision, to determine chemical or physical characteristics designated by the client, typically within one area of expertise

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and understand all analysis and safety standards required and any other well-defined analytical standards and procedures used in the laboratory.

• Set up, adjust, and operate laboratory equipment correctly to accurately evaluate characteristics within the applicable testing standards and sound laboratory practice.

• Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment.

• Prepares chemical solutions according to standard formulas.

• Calibrates laboratory instruments to applicable standards and sound laboratory practices.

• Perform analytics and tests, documenting outcomes following using well-defined Company standards and procedures and sound laboratory practices.

• Exercise procedural, safety and quality requirements specified in Laboratory manuals, Core Laboratories Safety and Environmental Manual, and with any other company policies, procedures, or sound laboratory practices.

• Maintains appropriate and applicable training and participates in educational initiatives including successfully completing related examinations.

• Performs and maintains laboratory procedures, equipment calibration, control charting, documentation, and records in full compliance with the Company s quality assurance and compliance program.

• Understands, completes and accurately records laboratory information, documentation and related data testing and analysis findings into laboratory systems and data warehousing programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Chemistry or a related field.

• 0 2 years' experience as Lab Technician or equivalent.

• If no university degree equivalent relevant work experience is needed of minimal 2 - 4 years.

• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Access).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Basic understanding of procedures and concepts within the Chemistry discipline and a basic knowledge of principle elements in other related scientific disciplines. And able to bring the acquired technical knowledge into practice.

• Basic computer skills in data entry, word processing and spreadsheet.

• Skill in working in a team environment and maintaining a professional appearance and attitude.

• Ability to perform and maintain all procedural, laboratory, equipment, charting, materials and all other applicable chemistry related documentation and records in full compliance with Company s quality assurance programs.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret instructional and technical materials relating to procedures and safety, and applicable government regulations.

• Ability to write applicable reports and correspondence clearly.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, schedulers, and clients.