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Chemist

Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Dickinson, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2026
An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conducts comprehensive chemical analysis of water, petroleum, gasoline, solvents and other compounds to identify elements or determine quantities contained by the use of standard tests and procedures. Ensures the laboratory’s operations adhere to the elements of good lab practice and applicable standards of quality control and quality assurance.
  • Records and analyzes the results obtained, assembles and summarizes data, issues Certificate of Analysis (COAs) to external and internal customers.

Recommends procedures to eliminate, solve or correct unfavorable conditions found because of analysis. Conducts troubleshooting and develops corrective actions to mitigate unfavorable conditions found because of analysis and is knowledgeable on instruments in the lab and able to maintain equipment functionality.

Verifies questionable tests by ensuring proper procedure was applied, checking the equipment and chemical solutions used, and recommending corrections as needed.

Keeps abreast of the latest developments and changes in testing methods, equipment and techniques used in the chemical field. Becomes acquainted with the latest type of machines handling electronic type analysis, operates such machines and trains others in their operation, takes care of the maintenance and outlines special techniques to be used for their operation.

  • Writes and reviews Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); Develops training technicians and ensures compliance with MPC Lab Training Standards.
  • Supports laboratory testing and other duties to ensure they are performed safely by company standards.
  • Monitors and investigates Statistical Quality Control data to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
  • Conducts instrument maintenance and calibration, keeps an updated inventory of spare parts, and manages service contracts for assigned instrumentation.
  • Maintains proficiency with test methods to conduct verification that tests conducted by technicians/testers are accurate. May be done by observing the procedure via self-audits and/or through daily interaction/training sign off.
  • Acts as a liaison between the laboratory and other stakeholders in the company.
  • Oversees lab program for compliance with DOT regulations as required for sample shipments where applicable.
  • Serves as the lab representative for site area teams and works in a collaborative manner to solve problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 16 hours of college-level chemistry required. Chemistry Degree preferred.
  • Zero (0) years or more of chemical analysis and laboratory experience required.

SALARY RANGE: $93,000 - $160,300

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Dickinson, North Dakota

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00024412

Location Address:

3815 116th Ave SW

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

Salary : $93,000 - $160,300

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