Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Subsurface Energy Sr. Scientist
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Albany, New York, United States
Overview
At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget. Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus. The Energy and Environment Directorate delivers science and technology solutions for the nation’s biggest energy and environmental challenges. Our more than 1,700 staff support the DOE, delivering on key DOE mission areas including modernizing the nation’s power grid; researching renewable energy, efficiency technologies and nuclear science; and resolving complex issues in energy, environment and security.
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 group studies the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and their interactions with human activities. Work involves scientific principles, instrument measurements, computer models, data analysis, and knowledge of policy and regulatory drivers to study the environment and develop solutions to environmental problems. Knowledge and tools from fields such as ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, geochemistry, soil science, geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, economics, and integrated assessment are leveraged.
Minimum Qualifications
BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR-
PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading technical teams.
Experience modeling carbon sequestration, enhanced geothermal systems, gas hydrates, and contaminant fate and transport.
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 as evidenced by scientific publications and conference presentations, and be able to work independently and in a team setting.
Candidates should have experience with business development, such as proposal development and client engagement.
Candidates should have experience mentoring students, interns, or junior staff.
Candidates should have experience leading small project tasks.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable
Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews. Requirements: 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 requires pre‑employment and post‑employment random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana.
Minimum Salary USD $169,600.00 /Yr.
Maximum Salary USD $268,100.00 /Yr.
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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 group studies the geosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and their interactions with human activities. Work involves scientific principles, instrument measurements, computer models, data analysis, and knowledge of policy and regulatory drivers to study the environment and develop solutions to environmental problems. Knowledge and tools from fields such as ecology, biology, physics, chemistry, geochemistry, soil science, geology, hydrology, atmospheric science, economics, and integrated assessment are leveraged.
Minimum Qualifications
BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant experience -OR-
MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant experience -OR-
PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading technical teams.
Experience modeling carbon sequestration, enhanced geothermal systems, gas hydrates, and contaminant fate and transport.
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 as evidenced by scientific publications and conference presentations, and be able to work independently and in a team setting.
Candidates should have experience with business development, such as proposal development and client engagement.
Candidates should have experience mentoring students, interns, or junior staff.
Candidates should have experience leading small project tasks.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable
Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. A security clearance background investigation includes review of your employment, education, financial, and criminal history, as well as interviews. Requirements: 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 requires pre‑employment and post‑employment random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana.
Minimum Salary USD $169,600.00 /Yr.
Maximum Salary USD $268,100.00 /Yr.
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