SER Research Professional I - Petrophysics & Geologic Modeling
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JOB TITLE:
SER Research Professional I - Petrophysics & Geologic Modeling
JOB PURPOSE:
Work under the guidance of SER Research Professional II or III Program Manager Center Director Senior Director of Research onapplied energy research to drive energy-related economic development for Wyoming.
This Research Professional I position will work under the guidance of senior research professionals and program managers at the Center for Economic Geology Research (CEGR) a Center of Excellence at the University of Wyomings School of Energy Resources (SER) on applied energy research. This position seeks a specialist in petrophysics and/or geologic modeling and is seeking candidates that have experience in carbon management and/or energy production.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Undertake research based on energy-related subject matter expertise.
- Conduct energy-related research tasks as requested by supervisor.
- Present verbally prepare reports and other materials as needed to communicate the results.
- Actively participate in team meetings
- Regular predictable attendance is required to perform the essential duties of this position.
- Utilize scientific methods to analyze data pertaining to subsurface characterization and geologic modeling
- Assess data such as petrophysical well logs core and other subsurface geotechnical data for incorporation into property models and simulations
- Employ relevant geotechnical analysis and modeling software such as Petrel or Techlog to facilitate the highest quality output
- Develop models and perform dynamic simulations such as reservoir simulations and geomechanical modeling
- Aid in the preparation of scientific reports and publications
- Help to oversee data collection monitor data quality maintain and ensure input into relevant databases
- Provide scientific inputs to field projects
- Support preparation of proposals for applied research in subsurface characterization with objectives of commercialization
- Engage in a professional manner to have a positive impact on the performance and morale of CEGR staff relations with stakeholders and the overall quality of the Center
- Work closely with CEGR and School of Energy Resources staff stakeholders collaborators and industry stakeholders on applied energy studies
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Read understand and follow safety procedures.
- Accurately document work in progress.
- Design organize and coordinate scientific and/or engineering research tasks and projects.
- Use independent judgment to develop model concepts and approaches for advancing research associated with reservoir engineering.
- Develop and follow research methodologies and protocols.
- Draw conclusions and make recommendations based on research data and findings.
- Communicate clearly and concisely.
- Work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment.
- Draft technical scientific reports and publications.
- Runindustry-standard reservoir engineering software such as Petrel and Eclipse to design and develop simulations and assess reservoir/field performance
COMPETENCIES specific to the job:
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Formal presentation skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Quality orientation
- Analysis
- Technical/professional knowledge
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Experience evaluating characterizing and integrating subsurface data including well logs and analytical data from core and fluid experiments for geotechnical modeling
- Competency using industry-standard reservoir engineering software such as Petrel or Techlog to assess characterize and model subsurface geology
- Experience organizing and QCing large subsurface data sets
- Experience with geotechnical modeling workflow.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in relevant field (Physicist Geochemist Economist Data/GIS/Computer Science Visualization social sciences related to energy development geology reservoir petroleum engineering or similar field)
Valid drivers license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- MS or PhD degree or equivalent experience in petrophysics geologic modeling data science or similar field
- Experience in the energy and/or carbon management industry
WORK LOCATION:
Flexible Work: This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work authorization sponsorship is available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. In compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email.
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