Chemist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Chemist jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in pharmaceuticals, specialty chemicals, materials science, and food and consumer products manufacturing across entry-level through senior research and quality roles. The Philadelphia metro, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the state's main hiring centers, home to established employers such as GSK, Merck, and Air Products that maintain large research and manufacturing operations in the state. Analytical chemistry, process chemistry, and quality control are among the most in-demand specializations across Pennsylvania's industrial corridors. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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United States, Cresson
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.
This Senior Chemist in Cresson, TX focuses on applying advanced chemical expertise to design and execute laboratory testing, analyze complex data, and support research and development activities. The role requires strong leadership, including opportunities to mentor junior chemists, guiding technical workstreams, and driving best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency, while managing a high-volume workload of up to 1,000 samples per month. Working closely with a small, collaborative team of two other chemists and reporting directly to the Regional Lab Manager, this individual must prioritize teamwork and effective communication to ensure project success. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of laboratory experience, proven leadership ability, and strong problem-solving skills within a highly team-oriented environment.
The successful candidate will be a technically strong analytical chemist who thrives in a small-team environment, is comfortable managing a high-volume analytical workload, takes ownership of responsibilities, communicates effectively with customers and colleagues, and contributes positively to a collaborative and accountable laboratory culture.
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with at least 1+ years of US Land oilfield production chemistry experience, or
- Master's degree in Chemistry or related field with at least 1 year of US Land oilfield production chemistry experience
- Demonstrated experience supporting production chemistry programs for U.S. land-based oil and gas operations.
- Experience managing high volumes of routine analytical testing while maintaining quality, accuracy, and turnaround time expectations.
- Proven ability to follow SOPs, work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage moderately complex projects with minimal supervision.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting ICP-OES, Ion Chromatography (IC), Gas Chromatography (GC), XRF, or equivalent analytical instrumentation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), with experience leveraging data management and reporting tools to support laboratory operations, decision-making, and process improvement.
Required Skills & Experience (Must – Haves)
Demonstrated success working within a small laboratory team where collaboration, flexibility, and individual accountability are critical to overall laboratory performance.
Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer responsiveness.
Demonstrated desire and initiative to grow into leadership roles over time, including taking on increased responsibility, mentoring peers, and contributing to team development.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Physically able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs or ladder, and agile enough to squat and bend over.
Ability to independently prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume workload (handling up to 1,000 samples per month).
Preferred Skills & Experience (Nice to Have)
3-5 years of experience in oilfield production chemistry, chemical manufacturing, or industrial analytical laboratory environments.
3+ years of laboratory leadership, technical leadership, mentoring, or senior laboratory experience supporting production chemistry operations.
Demonstrated history of taking ownership of laboratory responsibilities, following through on commitments, and consistently delivering high-quality results.
Proven ability to foster a collaborative, respectful, and solutions-oriented work environment through effective communication and constructive engagement with colleagues and stakeholders.
Experience presenting technical findings, managing projects, and collaborating effectively across functional teams.
Understanding of customer needs and ability to translate analytical data into actionable operational insights.
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance laboratory efficiency, quality, safety, or customer service.
Job Duties:
Lead and execute routine and non-routine analytical testing activities in support of customer programs, field operations, and laboratory service commitments.
Apply advanced production chemistry knowledge and sound technical judgment to troubleshoot challenges, validate methods, interpret analytical data, and solve complex problems.
Support customer programs by designing, conducting, and interpreting laboratory analyses tied to real-world field performance and operational outcomes.
Independently manage multiple priorities, project deadlines, customer requests, and stakeholder communications in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Manage high volumes of routine analytical testing while maintaining quality, accuracy, data integrity, and turnaround time expectations.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize laboratory instrumentation while ensuring compliance with established QA/QC procedures and laboratory standards.
Support the mentoring, training, and development of chemists, technicians, and technologists through coaching, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance.
Collaborate with field personnel, sales, technical teams, and customers to translate analytical data into actionable recommendations.
Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance laboratory efficiency, quality, safety, and customer service.
Champion safety culture, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute positively to overall laboratory performance, efficiency, and team effectiveness.
Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks.
About Us:
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.
Benefits
International Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Insurance
Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.
Learning Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Diverse and Inclusive
Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.
About Us
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.
Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.
SLB 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.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
United States, Cresson
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.
This Senior Chemist in Cresson, TX focuses on applying advanced chemical expertise to design and execute laboratory testing, analyze complex data, and support research and development activities. The role requires strong leadership, including opportunities to mentor junior chemists, guiding technical workstreams, and driving best practices in safety, quality, and efficiency, while managing a high-volume workload of up to 1,000 samples per month. Working closely with a small, collaborative team of two other chemists and reporting directly to the Regional Lab Manager, this individual must prioritize teamwork and effective communication to ensure project success. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of laboratory experience, proven leadership ability, and strong problem-solving skills within a highly team-oriented environment.
The successful candidate will be a technically strong analytical chemist who thrives in a small-team environment, is comfortable managing a high-volume analytical workload, takes ownership of responsibilities, communicates effectively with customers and colleagues, and contributes positively to a collaborative and accountable laboratory culture.
Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field with at least 1+ years of US Land oilfield production chemistry experience, or
- Master's degree in Chemistry or related field with at least 1 year of US Land oilfield production chemistry experience
- Demonstrated experience supporting production chemistry programs for U.S. land-based oil and gas operations.
- Experience managing high volumes of routine analytical testing while maintaining quality, accuracy, and turnaround time expectations.
- Proven ability to follow SOPs, work independently, prioritize competing demands, and manage moderately complex projects with minimal supervision.
- Experience operating and troubleshooting ICP-OES, Ion Chromatography (IC), Gas Chromatography (GC), XRF, or equivalent analytical instrumentation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc) and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), with experience leveraging data management and reporting tools to support laboratory operations, decision-making, and process improvement.
Required Skills & Experience (Must – Haves)
Demonstrated success working within a small laboratory team where collaboration, flexibility, and individual accountability are critical to overall laboratory performance.
Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer responsiveness.
Demonstrated desire and initiative to grow into leadership roles over time, including taking on increased responsibility, mentoring peers, and contributing to team development.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Physically able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs or ladder, and agile enough to squat and bend over.
Ability to independently prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume workload (handling up to 1,000 samples per month).
Preferred Skills & Experience (Nice to Have)
3-5 years of experience in oilfield production chemistry, chemical manufacturing, or industrial analytical laboratory environments.
3+ years of laboratory leadership, technical leadership, mentoring, or senior laboratory experience supporting production chemistry operations.
Demonstrated history of taking ownership of laboratory responsibilities, following through on commitments, and consistently delivering high-quality results.
Proven ability to foster a collaborative, respectful, and solutions-oriented work environment through effective communication and constructive engagement with colleagues and stakeholders.
Experience presenting technical findings, managing projects, and collaborating effectively across functional teams.
Understanding of customer needs and ability to translate analytical data into actionable operational insights.
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance laboratory efficiency, quality, safety, or customer service.
Job Duties:
Lead and execute routine and non-routine analytical testing activities in support of customer programs, field operations, and laboratory service commitments.
Apply advanced production chemistry knowledge and sound technical judgment to troubleshoot challenges, validate methods, interpret analytical data, and solve complex problems.
Support customer programs by designing, conducting, and interpreting laboratory analyses tied to real-world field performance and operational outcomes.
Independently manage multiple priorities, project deadlines, customer requests, and stakeholder communications in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Manage high volumes of routine analytical testing while maintaining quality, accuracy, data integrity, and turnaround time expectations.
Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize laboratory instrumentation while ensuring compliance with established QA/QC procedures and laboratory standards.
Support the mentoring, training, and development of chemists, technicians, and technologists through coaching, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance.
Collaborate with field personnel, sales, technical teams, and customers to translate analytical data into actionable recommendations.
Identify opportunities for process improvements that enhance laboratory efficiency, quality, safety, and customer service.
Champion safety culture, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute positively to overall laboratory performance, efficiency, and team effectiveness.
Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks.
About Us:
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.
Benefits
International Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Insurance
Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.
Learning Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Diverse and Inclusive
Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.
About Us
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.
Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.
SLB 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.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Chemist Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Eurofins16
- Environmental Data Validation3E
- Abzena2
- Parexel2
- KVK Tech2
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Chemicals & Materials
- Construction & Real Estate
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chemist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a closely related science field
- Hands-on laboratory experience with techniques such as HPLC, GC-MS, or spectroscopy
- Familiarity with cGMP, FDA regulations, or EPA compliance standards relevant to Pennsylvania industries
- Proficiency in data analysis, laboratory information management systems, and scientific documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting results and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- American Chemical Society certification or eligibility is preferred by many Pennsylvania research and manufacturing employers
Chemist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chemist in Pennsylvania?
Becoming a chemist in Pennsylvania typically starts with a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related science, which is the baseline requirement for most entry-level roles at pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing, and food science companies in the state. Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license to work as a chemist in most private-sector settings, but obtaining American Chemical Society certification strengthens a candidate's profile. Advanced research or academic positions generally require a master's degree or doctorate.
How much do chemists make in Pennsylvania?
Chemists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $77,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,800 for the lowest 10% to over $144,860 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire chemists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring chemists in Pennsylvania right now include Eurofins, Environmental Data Validation, and Abzena, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers in the Philadelphia region and specialty chemical producers in the Lehigh Valley and Pittsburgh area means that large, established industry names are consistently among the most active hirers.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most chemist jobs?
Lancaster, Pittsburgh, and Bristol have the most chemist openings in Pennsylvania. The Philadelphia metro leads because of the dense cluster of pharmaceutical and biotech employers in the surrounding counties, while Pittsburgh draws demand from materials science, specialty chemicals, and Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh research partnerships, and the Lehigh Valley benefits from Air Products and a strong industrial manufacturing base.
Are there remote chemist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 9% of chemist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most chemistry work requires physical access to laboratory equipment, manufacturing lines, or quality control instruments. The roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are regulatory affairs, technical writing, data analysis, and some computational chemistry positions.
How can I get hired as a chemist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op, internship, or new-graduate associate program at one of Pennsylvania's large pharmaceutical or chemical manufacturers, where structured rotations are common for candidates without full-time experience. Companies in the Philadelphia metro and Lehigh Valley regularly recruit new graduates from Penn State, Drexel, Temple, and Lehigh University into quality control associate, laboratory technician, and process chemistry assistant roles. Building proficiency in HPLC or GC-MS and completing ACS student affiliate membership gives candidates a measurable edge in early screening.
Where can I find and apply to chemist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to chemist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location in Pennsylvania, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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