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Form of workAssociate Research Scientist,Engineering
Illinois State Geological Survey
Prairie Research Institute
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
TheIllinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) is a premier State Geological Surveyserving the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth scienceinformation and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality,economic vitality, and public safety. ISGS is part of the Prairie ResearchInstitute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which iscentrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/
ISGS is seeking to hire an Associate Research Scientist,Engineering to develop and review engineering designs and models ofgeothermal systems. Position is based inChampaign, Illinois.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Serve as the lead engineer anddiscipline expert on multi-scale geothermal projects from single buildings tolarge district-scale systems.
Act as the technical specialist competent in the design andanalysis of geothermal bore fields and geothermal ground modeling simulationswithin a multi-disciplined engineering and construction environment.
Oversee the planning and completion of subsurfaceinvestigations for geothermal projects involving field and laboratoryactivities, including geothermal borehole in-situ testing.
Manage multi-disciplinary project teams that may includeresearchers, private subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Identify relevant research needs in the geothermaldiscipline and pursue new research opportunities.
Pursue externally funded research projects by preparing andwriting contract and grant proposals.
Serve as principal investigator, co-principal investigators,and senior personnel on geothermal research and development projects.
Write geothermal engineering reports, including technicaldrawings and design specifications, and scholarly research papers.
Mentor early career engineering and geoscienceprofessionals, including graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
Respond to requests for technical information and provideprofessional expertise to government agencies, non-governmental organizations,academia, industry, and the public.
Attend, participate in, and contribute to meetings,conferences, and workshops.
Contribute to the areas of education, outreach, and/or otherservice to the Survey, PRI, the University of Illinois, and the state ofIllinois.
Enhance the reputation of the Survey and PRI at the state,national, and international level.
Keep abreast of developments in the geothermal discipline.
Perform other duties as needed to further the mission andgoals of the Survey, PRI, and University.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in geothermal engineering,geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, or related engineeringdiscipline. Alternate degree fields will be considered depending on experienceas it relates to this position. At least five years' professional experience.Expert knowledge of energy modeling for buildings and thermal energy networks(e.g., TRNSYS and DOE codes). Experience developing numerical simulations andcomputer codes (e.g., Python) including the use of high-performance computing(HPC). Experience in engineering report writing and preparing contractproposals and documents. Experience utilizing and developing databases. Valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications: Expertknowledge of groundwater flow models (e.g., DOE codes, MODFLOW, or FEFLOW).Experience developing Building Heating and Cooling Load Modeling and Life CycleCost Analysis to support design development and alternatives analysis. Expertknowledge of borehole heat exchanger and geothermal design, modeling, andsimulation software (e.g., GLD, GHLEPro, COMSUL, Modelica, and DOE codes).Certified Geothermal Designer and Licensed or immediately eligible forlicensure (within 6 months of employment).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Abilityto effectively manage research as a principal investigator and supervise andmentor associated personnel. Effective communication, personal relations,collaboration, organizational, teamwork, and leadership skills. Demonstratedability to perform effectively in a diverse and fast-paced work environmentconsisting of multiple and varying priorities with stringent deadlines, underminimal supervision. Attention to detail and sound judgment. Has excellentinterpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting with scientists,engineers, and staff at the University of Illinois, state and federalgovernment agencies, other academic/research institutions, and industry.Proficiency in commonly used software as well as with GIS and datavisualization/analysis.
Work Environment: Thework of this position takes place primarily in an office setting withoccasional work in a field setting. Travel is required to attend meetings andperform fieldwork including overnight travel for up to one work week at a time.Position involves domestic and international travel. Fieldwork may be underadverse conditions (e.g., inclement weather, remoteness, moderate physicalexertion). Position involves lifting and manipulating field equipment and otheritems weighing up to 50 pounds over uneven terrain. A security clearance may berequired to access some field sites.
AppointmentInformation: This is a full-time academic professional appointment. The starting date is negotiable and the salaryis commensurate with experience. Theminimum starting salary is $100,000.
Benefits: The University of Illinois offers a widevariety of benefits https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits, including paidleave https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave and holidays https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/holidays
ApplicationProcedure and Deadline Information: Applicationsmust be received by 6:00 p.m. Central on April 19, 2024. Applicants may be interviewed before theclosing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after this date. Toapply, please use the Apply Now button. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not beconsidered. Application materials mustinclude a 1) a cover letter that clearly articulates how your qualificationsand experience make you a viable candidate for this position and should addressthe qualifications listed above, 2) a CV or resume, and 3) the names andcontact information including e-mail addresses of three professional (notpersonal) references. All requested information and documentation must besubmitted for applications to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
For furtherinformation please contact Lori Walston-Vonderharr, Human Resources, PrairieResearch Institute, at lwalston@illinois.edu or 217-244-2401. For questions regarding the applicationprocess, including technical issues, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1023035
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
Illinois State Geological Survey
Prairie Research Institute
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
TheIllinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) is a premier State Geological Surveyserving the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth scienceinformation and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality,economic vitality, and public safety. ISGS is part of the Prairie ResearchInstitute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which iscentrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/
ISGS is seeking to hire an Associate Research Scientist,Engineering to develop and review engineering designs and models ofgeothermal systems. Position is based inChampaign, Illinois.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Serve as the lead engineer anddiscipline expert on multi-scale geothermal projects from single buildings tolarge district-scale systems.
Act as the technical specialist competent in the design andanalysis of geothermal bore fields and geothermal ground modeling simulationswithin a multi-disciplined engineering and construction environment.
Oversee the planning and completion of subsurfaceinvestigations for geothermal projects involving field and laboratoryactivities, including geothermal borehole in-situ testing.
Manage multi-disciplinary project teams that may includeresearchers, private subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Identify relevant research needs in the geothermaldiscipline and pursue new research opportunities.
Pursue externally funded research projects by preparing andwriting contract and grant proposals.
Serve as principal investigator, co-principal investigators,and senior personnel on geothermal research and development projects.
Write geothermal engineering reports, including technicaldrawings and design specifications, and scholarly research papers.
Mentor early career engineering and geoscienceprofessionals, including graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.
Respond to requests for technical information and provideprofessional expertise to government agencies, non-governmental organizations,academia, industry, and the public.
Attend, participate in, and contribute to meetings,conferences, and workshops.
Contribute to the areas of education, outreach, and/or otherservice to the Survey, PRI, the University of Illinois, and the state ofIllinois.
Enhance the reputation of the Survey and PRI at the state,national, and international level.
Keep abreast of developments in the geothermal discipline.
Perform other duties as needed to further the mission andgoals of the Survey, PRI, and University.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in geothermal engineering,geological engineering, geotechnical engineering, or related engineeringdiscipline. Alternate degree fields will be considered depending on experienceas it relates to this position. At least five years' professional experience.Expert knowledge of energy modeling for buildings and thermal energy networks(e.g., TRNSYS and DOE codes). Experience developing numerical simulations andcomputer codes (e.g., Python) including the use of high-performance computing(HPC). Experience in engineering report writing and preparing contractproposals and documents. Experience utilizing and developing databases. Valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications: Expertknowledge of groundwater flow models (e.g., DOE codes, MODFLOW, or FEFLOW).Experience developing Building Heating and Cooling Load Modeling and Life CycleCost Analysis to support design development and alternatives analysis. Expertknowledge of borehole heat exchanger and geothermal design, modeling, andsimulation software (e.g., GLD, GHLEPro, COMSUL, Modelica, and DOE codes).Certified Geothermal Designer and Licensed or immediately eligible forlicensure (within 6 months of employment).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Abilityto effectively manage research as a principal investigator and supervise andmentor associated personnel. Effective communication, personal relations,collaboration, organizational, teamwork, and leadership skills. Demonstratedability to perform effectively in a diverse and fast-paced work environmentconsisting of multiple and varying priorities with stringent deadlines, underminimal supervision. Attention to detail and sound judgment. Has excellentinterpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting with scientists,engineers, and staff at the University of Illinois, state and federalgovernment agencies, other academic/research institutions, and industry.Proficiency in commonly used software as well as with GIS and datavisualization/analysis.
Work Environment: Thework of this position takes place primarily in an office setting withoccasional work in a field setting. Travel is required to attend meetings andperform fieldwork including overnight travel for up to one work week at a time.Position involves domestic and international travel. Fieldwork may be underadverse conditions (e.g., inclement weather, remoteness, moderate physicalexertion). Position involves lifting and manipulating field equipment and otheritems weighing up to 50 pounds over uneven terrain. A security clearance may berequired to access some field sites.
AppointmentInformation: This is a full-time academic professional appointment. The starting date is negotiable and the salaryis commensurate with experience. Theminimum starting salary is $100,000.
Benefits: The University of Illinois offers a widevariety of benefits https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits, including paidleave https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave and holidays https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/holidays
ApplicationProcedure and Deadline Information: Applicationsmust be received by 6:00 p.m. Central on April 19, 2024. Applicants may be interviewed before theclosing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after this date. Toapply, please use the Apply Now button. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not beconsidered. Application materials mustinclude a 1) a cover letter that clearly articulates how your qualificationsand experience make you a viable candidate for this position and should addressthe qualifications listed above, 2) a CV or resume, and 3) the names andcontact information including e-mail addresses of three professional (notpersonal) references. All requested information and documentation must besubmitted for applications to be considered. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
For furtherinformation please contact Lori Walston-Vonderharr, Human Resources, PrairieResearch Institute, at lwalston@illinois.edu or 217-244-2401. For questions regarding the applicationprocess, including technical issues, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1023035
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
