What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist position at ChampionX?
Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.
We are looking for a Chemist in Odessa, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
What's In It For You
ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.For more news and information, visit SLB.com. Follow us on Facebook at @WeAreSLBGlobal, LinkedIn: SLBGlobal, or Instagram at @SLBGlobal.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.
We are looking for a Chemist in Odessa, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
What's In It For You
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that’s passionate about growth.
- The support of an organization that believes it’s vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best.
- The opportunity to thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture, and empowers its employees through continuous improvement.
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!
- Support senior researchers with sample preparation, laboratory or field testing, and overall project execution.
- Conduct chemical product development and qualification testing using established protocols for a variety of laboratory techniques.
- 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.
- Background
- Drug Screen
- Physical
- 12506 W Hwy 80 E, Odessa, TX 79765
- Work schedule: Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm
- B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field.
- 1 year of 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.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
- M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field.
- 2 years of laboratory experience (academic or internship-based).
- Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing
ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.For more news and information, visit SLB.com. Follow us on Facebook at @WeAreSLBGlobal, LinkedIn: SLBGlobal, or Instagram at @SLBGlobal.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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.