[ES_JOBS_NET] Postdoctoral Researcher, Kansas Geological Survey

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

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Postdoctoral Researcher


Kansas Geological Survey

Position Overview

The Energy Research Section of Kansas Geological Survey at the University of
Kansas seeks a full-time highly motivated and collaborative postdoctoral
researcher to join a team of petroleum geoscientists.  Position is
contingent on funding; currently 14 months of funding is identified.
Continuation is dependent on additional funding opportunities.  Must be
eligible to work in the U.S. by the start date.
 

Job Description

40%- Well log and seismic interpretation, geological modeling, reservoir
characterization, resource assessment, and other types of geological
analysis on energy exploration and CO2 storage, utilizing software such as
Petrel, Petra, and others. Participate in group meetings and presentations
to external organizations.

25%-Assist in the preparation of research proposals to various funding
agencies in areas that are of national stature and relevant to Kansas.

25%-Write technical papers and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

10%-Other duties as assigned.
 

Required Qualifications

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) record of
accomplishments in resume/curriculum vitae, (2) descriptions of research and
educational experiences in cover letter, (3) information from professional
references, and (4) college transcripts.
 

1.      Ph.D. in Geoscience or related field.

2.      Demonstrated ability working on team-oriented multidisciplinary
research.

3.      Knowledge of geomechanics and petrophysics.

4.      Expertise in Petrel and Petra.

5.      Experience in resource base assessment, for example, CO2 storage
capacity.

6.      Record of peer-reviewed publications.

Preferred Qualifications

1.      Highly motivated and have demonstrated ability to work independently
to meet the deadlines.

2.      Background that complements existing strengths in energy research at
the Kansas Geological Survey.

3.      Experience with geochemical modeling.

4.      Experience with CO2 storage and EOR, understanding of CCUS.

5.      Experience with field, laboratory, or model based petroleum research
programs.

Contact Information to Applicants

Annette Delaney
Kansas Geological Survey
University of Kansas
 <mailto:adelaney at ku.edu> adelaney at ku.edu
785-864-2152

Additional Candidate Instruction

Complete the online application and upload the required material:

1. Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications. 
2. Curriculum vitae (with publication record). 
3. College transcripts. Unofficial copies are acceptable for application
package. Finalists will be asked to submit official transcripts. 
4. Names, addresses, telephone numbers, and emails of three professional
references. 

A complete application will consist of all items above; incomplete
applications will not be considered.

Review begins May 11, 2019.  Deadline to apply is Friday May 10, 2019.
 

Advertised Salary Range

$47,500 - $50,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Review Begins

11-May-2019

Anticipated Start Date

03-Jun-2019

Limited Term End Date

08-Aug-2020

Work Location

University of Kansas - Lawrence

FTE

1.0

Reg/Temp

Regular

FLSA Status

Professional

Employee Class

U-Unclassified Professional Staff

Work Schedule

8-5, M-F

Job Family

Research-KUL

Conditions of Employment

Contingent on Funding, Limited Term

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race,
color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability
status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status,
gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the
university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by
university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle
inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX
coordinators for their respective campuses: Executive Director of the Office
of Institutional Opportunity & Access, IOA at ku.edu, 1246 West Campus Road,
Room 153A, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY 9for the Lawrence,
Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity
Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205,
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medical center campuses).

 

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