Graduate EERC Research Assistant (Geology)

University of North Dakota • Grand Forks, ND

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position for a graduate student to work 10-16 hours per week during the Fall Semester 2026. The role focuses on conducting research in geology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), critical resource characterization, characterization of conventional and unconventional resources, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). The selected individual will collaborate closely with EERC research scientists and engineers on various activities.

Requirements

• Enrolled in M.S./ Ph.D. in Geology, Sedimentology & Paleontology, Geochemistry & Petrology, Geological Engineering or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of applied reservoir engineering tests and common methodologies
• Experience with MS Office Suite, particularly MS Excel for data analysis and MS PowerPoint
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently in performance of everyday tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.

Nice To Haves

• Foundational knowledge in Geology and earth sciences
• Foundational knowledge in Sedimentology and stratigraphy
• Foundational knowledge in Petroleum geology and reservoir characterization
• Foundational knowledge in Geochemistry and mineralogy
• Foundational knowledge in Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) processes
• Foundational knowledge in Characterization of conventional and unconventional oil/gas resources.

Responsibilities

• Assist in characterizing subsurface formations and reservoir properties using geological, geophysical, petrophysical, and geochemical data.
• Interpret core, well-log, and laboratory data to support reservoir evaluation.
• Contribute to stratigraphic and sedimentological analyses to improve understanding of depositional environments and reservoir behavior.
• Assist research scientists and engineers in planning, conducting, and documenting research projects.
• Develop maps, figures and illustrations supporting research findings.
• Assist in the planning and preparation of experimental tests.
• Prepare, process, and analyze geological samples, including rocks, cores, cuttings, sediments, and fluids.
• Conduct comprehensive literature reviews, gather data, and perform data conditioning as necessary.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and insights.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level