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University of North Dakota

Research Scientist
 

Posting Number: #13-190
Closing Date: 12/31/2012
Minimum Salary: $50,000.00 plus/year
Position Status: Full-Time
Hours per week: 40
Benefits Eligibility: Benefitted
Department: EERC
Location: Grand Forks, ND
 

Position Description: This position is located at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC), an international leader in energy and environmental research, conducting projects for clients throughout the United States and the world. The EERC offers opportunities to people with an exceptional work attitude, dedication to high professional standards, and a commitment to personal development. We are looking for experienced, aggressive, scientifically trained, and market-oriented individuals to contribute to the success of the organization by performing one or more of the following functions: developing geophysical models of the subsurface, performing regional geological characterizations for clients, performing petrophysical analyses of geophysical well log data, assisting in the preparation of technical reports, and interfacing with a diverse team of scientists and engineers to assess project uncertainities in oil and gas development and geologic CO2 storage. Some travel is required. For more information regarding the EERC, visit www.undeerc.org.
 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree degree in petroleum, reservoir, simulations, environmental, geological, chemical, or related engineering or geoscience field
• Experience modeling the subsurface using a 3-D visualization software package
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Criminal history background check
• Applicants may be required to present to the interviewers during the interview Cover letter and resume or curriculum vitae

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience preparing and delivering presentations
• Author or coauthor of published peer-reviewed article or technical paper
• Basic understanding of sedimentary geology
• Basic understanding of oil and gas related logging and seismic techniques
• Experience evaluating geological cores
• Experience using Petrol to model subsurface geology
• Experience performing petrophysical analysis for modeling subsurface geology
• Experience interpreting seismic data from oil and gas exploration
• Advanced degree in geology, geological sciences, geophysics, geological engineering, petroleum engineering or related field

Special Instructions: Please complete UND Application/Control Card form found online at http://und.edu/finance-operations/human-resources/ referencing job title and posting number. If claiming Veteran's preference, a DD Form 214 must be attached. If claiming Disabled Veterans Preference, a DD Form 214 and a copy of VA statement dated within past year must be attached. All applications must be received or postmarked by the closing date and have complete name and current mailing address.
 

Special Conditions: Position is open until filled; Initial deadline 12/31/2012

Salary: $50,000 plus/year