Geochemist

AGAT Laboratories is a full-service laboratory with locations across Canada. We are the most diversified laboratory in Canada and our scientists are highly-skilled and specialized in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering and other specialty services. With a broad range of staff experience and state-of-the-art instrumentation, we provide cross-analytical solutions for the Environmental, Energy, Mining, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-food and Life Sciences sectors.

We currently have an exciting opening as an Organic Geochemist at our laboratory facility in Calgary AB.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support and interpretation for petroleum geochemical and isotopic studies.
• Responsible for reviewing data from multiple methods, comparing different datasets, analyzing the reasoning factors in data appearances and presentation, and making scientific-based judgement calls.
• Participate in client calls and projects as required.
• Train and support team members as required.
• Work directly with the analytical labs analyzing the samples.
• Attend operational, lab, and safety meetings, actively participate in lab brainstorming and troubleshoot sessions, and provide scientific input with experience-based support.
• Be able to travel up to 5% of the time, with potential site visits.

Qualifications:

• Degree in geochemistry or related discipline with at least 3-5 years of experience is required.
• Experience in petroleum geochemistry data interpretation is required.
• Experience in working in geochemistry laboratories including instrumentation such as GC-FID and GC-IRMS.
• Experience in Pirouette Chemometrics Modeling Software considered a strong asset.
• Prior knowledge and experience in Canadian and/or International Oilfields.
• Experience in a fast-paced commercial or government laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in computer software including MS Office (i.e. Excel) and statistical analysis is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high level of success.

Why Work for AGAT?

We offer an exceptional competitive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Extended Health Care.
• Vision Care.
• Vacation and Flex/sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Long Term Disability.
• Life Coverage.

AGAT Laboratories would like to thank all applicants; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the hiring manager of any accommodations that are required. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential.

Thank you for your interest in AGAT Laboratories.