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Job Summary
You will join the Well Construction Sensors & Measurements programme at Schlumberger Cambridge Research and be involved in the research and development of novel chemical measurements and sensors for fluids characterisation. The work will primarily be experimental and will focus on the development of new methods for the chemical and physical analysis of drilling fluids. These are complex multi-component and multi-functional fluids used during the drilling stage of Oil & Gas wells. Various analytical techniques will be used including Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR) spectroscopy, X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometry and Laser diffraction analysis. The majority of the work will be lab-based, carrying out experiments as well as performing the analysis and interpretation of the experimental data. You will work within a team of scientists as an integrated part of the team working on on-going research projects.
Candidates should be detail oriented, enjoy taking on new challenges and have good writing skills.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
- Planning and carrying out experimental work, ensuring that laboratories activities are keep within Health & Safety standards guidelines
- Analysing and interpreting experimental dataset
- Participating in regular meeting to discuss project progress
- Writing technical reports and presenting to peers
- Assist with the laboratory housekeeping
Qualification
Studying towards a Bachelors or Masters in physical chemistry, chemical physics or related field.
Competencies
Required skills:
- Good communication skills
- Good fundamental laboratory skills
- Basic data analysis (e.g., Excel)
Exposure to any of the following would be a plus:
- Programming Languages (e.g.: Matlab, Python)
- Analytics tool (e.g.: Dataiku, R)
Schlumberger is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
