In accordance ​with ​AAK’s ​employment policy, ​all regular positions begin ​with ​a one-year ​contract. Conversion to ​permanent employment ​will ​be reviewed ​upon ​completion ​of 1st year ​employment.

Overview

Aramco ​Asia Korea is ​seeking ​Analytical ​Chemist who developes ​and performs ​full ​assessment on ​catalysts, products, ​and ​flow assurance chemicals ​using spectroscopy, ​chromatography and other analytical techniques on various solid and liquid matrixes of samples.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop testing protocols and conduct various analyses in laboratory using advanced and state-of-art analytical equipment.
• Develop unconventional analytical methods and seek their accreditation to meet project and customers’ needs and quality.
• Generate quality analytical data and reports to scientists and engineers to support technologies readiness and suitability for screening, qualification and scale up.
• Conduct and customize testing methods as needed to meet some of the special projects.
• Build relation and provide technical support to Joint Ventures and customers in refining/petrochemicals, as required
• Present and discuss results and data with concerned parties.
• Provide technical guidance, work direction and training to others as needed.
• Develop analytical methods to understand the chemical properties of oilfield chemicals and establish structure property relationships of oilfield chemicals in targeted products.
• Conduct analysis of samples and interpret results from Rheometer, TGA, DSC, GC, GPC, HPLC, MALLS, EDX, XRD, ICP-MS, FT-IR, Raman, UV-Vis, NMR, Turbiscan, DLS, and Tensiometer etc.
• Generate and issue professional reports and deliver oral presentations of the outcome of the studies
• Maintain and update knowledge of applicable state-of-the-art equipment pertinent to area of expertise.
• Build and maintain the lab capabilities with analytical equipment and tools.
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties as requested.

Qualifications

• PhD Degree in Analytical Chemistry particularly in the organic polymer and catalysts characterizations testing techniques

Technical Skills

• Must have the ability and flexibility to work independently or a part of a team.
• Have hands-on expertise in analytical characterization and testing in polymer, catalyst and chemicals.
• Good background/knowledge in synthesis required for design and test of catalysts, polymers and chemicals.
• Excellent problem solving and laboratory skills and proactive attitude for prompt response to technical challenges.
• Excellent command of oral and written English.

Experience

• More than 5 years of relevant research experience.

Personality

• Good team player, interpersonal and communication skills

Hiring Process

Application → Screening & Shortlisting → 2 round Interviews (in-person and/or virtual) → Final Offer

(Interview stages may be adjusted depending on the situation.)

Additional Information

 [Notes]

• In accordance with the employment protection laws, eligible candidates (disabled individuals, veterans, etc.) will receive preferential benefits during the process.
• Applications are accepted only through the Aramco Asia Korea career page, and any other methods are not allowed.
• Additional assignments may be given during the interview rounds, if necessary.
• The recruitment schedule may be adjusted depending on the progress of the recruitment process.
• The expected position level specified in the job description may change based on each individual's experience and evaluation results.
• For any inquiries on recruitment, email to AAK recruiting ([email protected])

[Precautions]

• If any of the following conditions apply, your acceptance may be revoked, or you may be subject to disadvantages in the selection process: 

- If the information submitted during the recruitment process (including the application form) differs or cannot be proven in documentation

- If you are ineligible to work under company regulations

- If you are ineligible to travel abroad (for men, Korean nationals who have not completed military service or are not exempt from military service by the joining date)

- If you are unable to join the company on the start date designated by the company upon receiving the final offer

• Our company respects the trade secrets of third parties and strives to comply with relevant laws and regulations, such as The Unfair Competition Prevention and Trade Secret Protection Act. Please be careful not to disclose any confidential information related to your former/current workplace or to violate the confidentiality obligation of your former/current workplace, during the recruitment process. Violation may result in disadvantage in the recruitment process.