Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 2 days ago
Geomechanics Researcher
Richland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
2+ years expPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution focused on addressing energy and environmental challenges. The Geomechanics Researcher will engage in research related to reservoir geomechanics, subsurface stress measurement, and hydraulic fracturing mechanics while collaborating with other professionals and publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Biomass EnergyEnergyGovernmentProduct ResearchSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The applicant must have experience in one or more of the following areas: Reservoir geomechanics, Subsurface stress measurement and interpretation, Bayesian statistics and risk analysis, Hydraulic fracturing mechanics, and Earthquake seismology
Through their work, the candidate will also develop an internal and external network of collaborators and project partners and participate in professional societies at the regional and national level
The candidate is expected to publish scientific findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals as well as present work at professional conferences
Finally, the position requires that the candidate comply with PNNL policies regarding environmental health and safety, waste management, and protection of intellectual property
An ideal candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to data quality and accuracy, strong written and oral communication skills, as evidenced by scientific publications and conference presentations, and be able to work independently and in a team setting
The applicant should have a significant level of knowledge and/or direct working experience in areas of mechanics, statistics, geology, and scientific software development
Although the position is primarily computationally focused, some opportunity for laboratory and field work is possible
Qualification
Required
BS/BA and 2 years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA -OR-
PhD
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. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP)
Preferred
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Engineering, Environmental Science or Engineering; will also consider candidates possessing Ph.D. in other related fields with relevant experience
Programming skills: Proficiency in Python, Julia, C++, or FORTRAN, with a working knowledge of git and software QA/AC
Geomechanics: stress analysis, well log analysis, breakout analysis, triaxial test interpretation, hydraulic fracture analysis
Scientific Computing (finite element, finite volume, etc.)
Seismology: Earthquake location, source mechanism inversion, probabilistic seismic hazard analysis
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
Up to 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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