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Graduate Level Part-Time Research Assistants


Job Location:

University Park, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 2 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering at Penn State seeks motivated graduate students to join our research programs as Part-Time Graduate Research Assistants. Students will work under the supervision of faculty on cutting-edge projects spanning energy production transition and sustainability.

Research Areas

Students may be engaged in projects related to geomechanics wellbore integrity geothermal energy systems hydraulic fracturing carbon sequestration underground energy storage critical minerals extraction or the repurposing of fossil energy infrastructure for clean energy applications.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct original research and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
  • Assist with laboratory computational or field-based research activities
  • Participate in project meetings and support grant reporting and documentation
  • Collaborate with industry partners national laboratories and academic collaborators

Qualifications

  • B.S. in petroleum engineering geomechanics mechanical engineering or a related field
  • Strong academic record and motivation for research
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Prior research or industry experience is a plus

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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