Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 3 months ago
Subsurface Energy Sr. Scientist
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on addressing the nation’s energy and environmental challenges. The Subsurface Energy Sr. Scientist will lead and support the development of simulation capabilities and apply advanced simulation tools to diverse environmental problems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Biomass EnergyEnergyGovernmentProduct ResearchSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
PNNL’s Environmental Subsurface Science Group is seeking a mid-level scientist or engineer with broad experience in geophysics, reservoir modeling, geologic carbon storage, geothermal energy production, and environmental remediation
The position requires the ability to lead and support the development of simulation capabilities and the application of advanced simulation tools to diverse problems
The candidate will lead and work collaboratively with teams in multiple disciplines, including geophysics, geochemistry, and environmental engineering
The Team studies the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and/or interactions of these systems with human activities
It uses scientific principles, instrument measurements, computer models, data analysis, and knowledge of policy and regulatory drivers to study the environment and/or develop solutions to environmental problems
Leverages knowledge and tools from fields such as ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, geochemistry, soil science, geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, economics, and/or integrated assessment
Studies the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and/or interactions of these systems with human activities
Uses scientific principles, instrument measurements, computer models, data analysis, and knowledge of policy and regulatory drivers to study the environment and/or develop solutions to environmental problems
Leverages knowledge and tools from fields such as ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, geochemistry, soil science, geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, economics, and/or integrated assessment
Qualification
Required
BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR-
PhD with 5+ year of relevant experience
U.S. Citizenship
Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B
Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the applicant selected for hire is subject to pre-employment drug testing, and post-employment random drug testing
Preferred
Experience leading technical teams
Experience modeling carbon sequestration, enhanced geothermal systems, gas hydrates, and contaminant fate
Experience working with reactive transport software
Experience developing simulation software for high performance computers
Proficiency with Python
Experience with analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Paraview)
Experience with open source software development, distributed version control, and continuous integration
Candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to data quality and accuracy, strong written and oral communication skills
Candidates should have experience with business development, such as proposal development and client interactions
Candidates should have experience mentoring students, interns, or junior staff
Candidates should have experience leading small project tasks
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Robust telehealth care options
Several mental health benefits
Free wellness coaching
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Basic life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Tuition assistance
Relocation
Backup childcare
Legal benefits
Supplemental parental bonding leave
Surrogacy and adoption assistance
Fertility support
Company-funded pension plan
401 (k) savings plan with company match
120 vacation hours per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Company
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory operates as a government research laboratory.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-07-14Grant
2018-07-16Grant
Leadership Team
Allison Campbell
Associate Laboratory Director for Earth and Biological Sciences
Deborah Gracio
Laboratory Director
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