Research Engineer​/Scientist

Research Engineer/Scientist

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Work type:
Full-time Staff
Location:
Grand Forks
Categories:
Engineering, Research

• $60,000-$70,000 annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• This position will work onsite the Grand Forks, ND campus.

Jointhe EERC, an international leader in energy and environmental research and a nonprofit branch of the University of North Dakota (UND), which gives our employees access tounbeatablebenefits and tuition waivers.

Learn more about the EERC atundeerc.org .

Be a part ofcutting-edgeresearch, engage with professionals who share your passion, andcreatework you can be proud of.

As aResearch Scientist, you will contribute to the success of the organization by performing one or more of the following:

• Work in strong collaboration with EERC subject matter experts, principal investigators, and EERC leadership to conduct laboratory analyses and interpret laboratory data to support research activities related to critical mineral and rare earth element studies; carbon capture, utilization, and storage efforts; improved production of unconventional oil and gas reservoirs; enhanced oil recovery (EOR) in unconventional and conventional formations; and subsurface storage of CO 2 and/or rich gas.
• Work as part of a diverse, multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to ensure that technical work is successfully completed on time, on budget, and within client expectations.
• Work in one or more of the analytical research laboratories in the EERC’s Subsurface Characterization group that focuses on petrophysical, petrographic, geochemical, and geomechanical evaluation of rocks and other natural and nonnatural materials.
• Ensure that laboratory data and results are of excellent quality and integrated with the theoretical, modeling, and field components of related EERC research efforts.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and assist in regular review and updating of laboratory safety plans.
• Work closely with senior staff, project managers, and laboratory staff to develop and expand the research-based efforts in the laboratories.
• Provide technical assistance on projects related to CO 2 EOR, CO 2 storage, unconventional hydrocarbon recovery, natural resource management, critical resource characterization and recovery, geologic and synthetic materials characterization, and the environmental aspects of energy development.
• Some travel is required.

TheEERCis recognized as a global leaderin developing clean, efficient energysolutions.

With a dedicated team of over 200, we collaboratively develop innovative technologies to power the world efficiently while safeguarding our air, water, and soil. Trusted by over 1300 clients in 53 countries, our mission is toprovidepractical, pioneering solutions to the world’s energy and environmental challenges.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Effective at project and task management in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of and willingness to learn about new technologies.
• Adherence to and promotion of good safety practices in the workplace and field.
• Experience preparing high-quality technical reports and documents and preparing and delivering technical presentations.
• Experience working in laboratory environment and ability to conduct lab tests unsupervised.
• Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, geology, geological engineering, geochemistry, chemistry, or closely related field.
• 2 years of scientific research experience.
• Demonstrated experience performing applied reservoir engineering experimental work in an academic or commercial laboratory environment.
• Experience characterizing and evaluating subsurface media and/or fluids related to oil and gas production, EOR, and/or CO 2 storage.
• Proven experience and proficiency in operating laboratory equipment and documented adherence to laboratory safety practices and QA/QC protocols.
• Experience in processing, interpreting, and reporting experimental data.
• Cover letter and resume/CV.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

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