Research Associate 3 - Reservoir Engineering

lsu.edu

Baton Rouge, LA, US
Not specified; benefits: health, life, dental, vis...
Not specified
Master's degree in related field or bachelor's with 2 years experience
Petroleum, reservoir, or geological engineering background
Numerical modeling skills for co2 injection and pressure fronts
The Research Associate 3 - Reservoir Engineering position at LSU involves supporting subsurface analysis for the Underground Injection Control program, focusing on CCUS and reservoir performance modeling. Candidates should have a master's degree in a related field and experience in reservoir engineering or similar areas

Job Summary

  • The Reservoir Engineering Research Associate supports subsurface analysis for the Underground Injection Control program including CCUS and long-term performance modeling.
  • Fellows help build the workflow Louisiana needs to responsibly permit, regulate, and monitor subsurface activity under Act 458 while supporting financial planning.
  • LSU offers outstanding benefits including health, life, dental, vision insurance, retirement options, and tuition exemption for qualified positions.

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The Research Associate 3 - Reservoir Engineering position at LSU involves supporting subsurface analysis for the Underground Injection Control program, focusing on CCUS and reservoir performance modeling. Candidates should have a master's degree in a related field and experience in reservoir engineering or similar areas.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: Health, life, dental, vision, retirement, tuition exemption; Paid holidays and wellness benefits included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in related field or Bachelor's with 2 years experience
  • Petroleum, reservoir, or geological engineering background
  • Numerical modeling skills for CO2 injection and pressure fronts

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with migration and unconventional reservoirs
  • Experience with wellbore integrity analysis
  • Knowledge of legacy asset profiles and plugging prioritization

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in related field
  • Bachelor's degree plus two years related experience
  • Valid U.S. work authorization required

Work Rights

Must have valid U.S. work authorization at time of hire

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