Research Assistant Professor - Geothermal Reservoir Modeler/Engineer

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Company: Jackson School of Geosciences

Location: Austin, TX 78745

Description:

Description

General Notes

This is a position at the J.J. Pickle Research Campus in North Austin.

Purpose

The position will conduct geothermal research and work on multiple current fundings exploring geothermal resources, reservoir modeling, techno-economic analysis and machine learning implementation, and other emerging geothermal energy-related topics. The selectee will be expected to develop funding and work collaboratively with the team.

Responsibilities

  • Research
  • Writing (reports for funders' requirements and papers)
  • Proposal Development
  • Various other duties as assigned


Salary Range

$90,000 depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

  • May work in all weather conditions
  • May work in extreme temperatures
  • May work around standard office conditions
  • May work around chemicals
  • May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
  • Use of manual dexterity
  • Climbing of stairs
  • Climbing of ladders
  • Lifting and moving
  • Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines
  • Fieldwork as necessary


Required Materials

  • Resume/CV
  • 3 work references with their contact information
  • Letter of interest


Qualifications

Required QualificationsThe ideal candidate must have:

  • Ph.D. in earth sciences or engineering with research experience in geothermal energy.
  • Proven capacity for innovative, creative scientific analysis
  • Excellent data management skills
  • Proven publication skills and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and professional demeanor
  • Ability to work both independently and effectively in a group
  • Ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines, including geophysics and engineering


Preferred QualificationsBroad expertise in geothermal systems, Specific expertise in reservoir modeling, and/or developing various machine learning models. Experience in coding in Python, Julia, or similar languages as well as industry-standard reservoir simulators. Geothermal field project experience, either in industry or academia.

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