Chemist-Laboratory

Job Title: Chemist
Location: Vernal Utah 84078
Duration: 6 months contract (possible extension)
Pay Rate: $28.00 - $34.00/hr on W2

Shift Details: Day Shift Mon Fri 40-hour / week

Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM 4:00 PM 1-hour unpaid lunch break (Potential overtime as business needs require)

Job Summary

The Chemist is responsible for performing safe accurate and reliable analytical testing within a regional laboratory environment. This role supports product quality data integrity and timely service delivery through the execution evaluation and reporting of laboratory analyses.

Working with limited supervision the Chemist performs routine and non-routine testing evaluates analytical data troubleshoots laboratory issues and ensures compliance with established quality and safety standards. The role also supports continuous improvement initiatives laboratory readiness and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing following approved methods and procedures.
• Accurately document analytical work observations and results in laboratory systems and reports.
• Evaluate verify and communicate analytical data to ensure quality accuracy and timely reporting.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and sample-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment instrumentation and work areas in safe and operational condition.
• Support QA/QC programs audits investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct risk assessments before assigned tasks to identify and mitigate safety quality or operational concerns.
• Participate in HSE and Quality initiatives and maintain required safety training.
• Wear appropriate PPE and comply with all safety policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field.
• 0 2 years of relevant experience in an industrial or research laboratory environment.
• Ability to work under direct supervision and follow established procedures.
• Strong communication documentation and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety quality and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with analytical instrumentation and sample preparation.
• Experience in oilfield chemistry chemical manufacturing or industrial analytical laboratories.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.