Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Earth Scientist 2

Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS/BA with 2 years geophysics experience, MS/MA, or PhD in related field.
  • Advanced degree in geology, geophysics, or modeling and data analysis preferred.
  • Experience in oil, gas, or geothermal reservoir management, and carbon storage.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with evidence of publications and presentations.
  • Proven leadership in small project tasks or team leading experience.
  • Knowledge in uncertainty analysis necessary.
  • Experience with machine learning and advanced analytics is a plus.
  • Fluency in programming languages (FORTRAN, C++, Python) and data visualization tools preferred.
  • Ability to collaborate across different fields and interact with industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Study interactions between geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and human activities.
  • Utilize scientific principles and data to analyze environmental issues.
  • Develop solutions for environmental problems using various scientific tools.
  • Conduct project work regarding geothermal energy and carbon sequestration.
  • Model and analyze data regarding subsurface reservoirs and flow dynamics.
  • Investigate fracture networks in geological formations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on impactful environmental projects.
  • Collaborative working environment that encourages interdisciplinary learning.
  • Access to advanced scientific tools and methodologies.
  • Professional development through engagement with industry stakeholders.
  • Potential for leadership and advancement in cutting-edge research areas.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Studies the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and/or how these systems interact 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. Potential project work in geothermal, carbon sequestration, and underground hydrogen storage. Modeling and data analysis in subsurface reservoirs, flow through porous media, and fracture networks.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
  • BS/BA and 2 years of relevant geophysics experience -OR-
  • MS/MA -OR-
  • PhD

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in geology, geophysics, modeling and data analysis or related field.
  • Knowledge and/or direct experience in the areas of oil, gas, or geothermal reservoir management, geologic carbon storage, or contaminant fate and transport.
  • Candidate should 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.
  • Strong knowledge in characterization and modeling of geologic reservoirs.
  • Team lead or equivalent demonstrated leadership experience in leading small project tasks.
  • Experience with uncertainty analysis.
  • Experience in developing machine learning and advanced analytics.
  • Candidates should have fluency in one or more programming languages (e.g., FORTRAN, C++, or Python) and experience with analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, TecPlot).
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate successfully across knowledge domains.
  • Experience engaging with industry stakeholders.
  • Active DOE/Q clearance

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not Applicable

Additional Information

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

About Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a United States Department of Energy national laboratory that conducts research and development in areas including energy, environment, and national security. PNNL is operated by Battelle Memorial Institute and is located in Richland, Washington. The laboratory was established in 1965 as the Battelle Northwest Laboratory and was renamed to its current name in 1997. PNNL has a staff of over 4,000 scientists, engineers, and support staff, and has an annual budget of over $1 billion. The laboratory has been involved in a number of high-profile projects, including the development of the first artificial heart and the cleanup of the Hanford Site, a decommissioned nuclear production complex.
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