EERC Research Assistant (Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Chemistry) - Undergraduate or Graduate Level
About The Position
This is a part-time, non-benefited position for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled at the University of North Dakota (UND). The role involves 10-16 hours per week during the Fall Semester 2026, focusing on research and laboratory experiments in various fields including rock geomechanics, geochemistry, chemistry, materials characterization, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), characterization of conventional and unconventional resources, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR). The selected individuals will collaborate with EERC research scientists and engineers. This position is 100% remote work availability: No. Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No.
Requirements
- Enrolled in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, or related field.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of fundamental principles of geology.
- Knowledge of fundamental principles of chemistry.
- 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
- Experience working in Lab investigation tasks that focus on applied petroleum engineering related activities.
- Hands-on experience with flow-through testing, particularly with coreflood instruments, is highly desirable.
- Understanding of fundamental techniques in evaluating rock-fluid interactions, including but not limited to Interfacial Tension (IFT) measurement and wettability assessment.
- Experience with laboratory testing of rocks.
- Experience with analytical chemistry and testing procedures.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning and preparation of experimental tests.
- Assist with experimental investigations and perform laboratory experiments.
- Assist with laboratory data processing.
- Summarize and present experimental findings and insights.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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