Geologist

Leidos • Morgantown, WV • 1d ago

Description

The Leidos Research Support Team supporting the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is seeking a Geologist to join our team?in Morgantown, WV. This is an opportunity to execute fundamental and applied research with world-class scientists and engineers using state of the art equipment to perform research aligned with the goals of the U.S. Department of Energy.

The successful candidate will contribute to research tasks using multiple computed tomography (CT) scanners at NETL's Geoimaging Characterization lab. This includes development of experimental plans for technician and researcher implementation related to various flow systems meant to recreate subsurface conditions. Working simultaneously on multiple research projects is typical, with both short- and long-term deliverables expected. This position will require various research-related skills including hands-on experimental work, image data analysis, data interpretation, written and presentation skills, teamwork, and resourcefulness.

Primary Responsibilities:

Plan and execute experiments related to fluid flow and core characterization.

Perform 2D and 3D CT image analysis

Collaborate with interdisciplinary team, including geologists, chemists, engineers, and other researchers to assist each other in accomplishing project related tasks.

Build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.

Generate data analysis reports that are publication worthy.

Assist in writing methods, results, and data interpretations for publications in high quality, scientific peer-reviewed journals.

Develop and present results for oral or poster presentation at staff meetings and professional conferences.

Provide weekly and monthly technical updates to research team members and project management.

Required Education, Experience & Other:

Master's degree in Geology or related field with 3+ years' experience.

Demonstrable experimental experience related to core characterization, transport in porous media, and/or computed tomography scanning.

Existing knowledge and ability to operate and troubleshoot CT instruments in a research setting.

Experience using and writing Python or Java scripts to acquire, process, and analyze data.

Experience working in a research facility (e.g. national, industrial, or academic lab) in collaboration with varied researchers.

Leadership skills coordinating a team and/or projects.

Must be able to meet the requirements for gaining access to work on the NETL campus.

Advanced image processing experience.

Experience with CT scanners and other advanced imaging modalities.

Experience designing and implementing geologically relevant flow experiments.

Knowledge in mineralogy, petrology, and fluid flow properties of porous media.

Experienced in data analysis, report development, scientific writing, and presentation of results

Salary Range for this position: $90K to $100K

Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.

We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don't wear capes (they're a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for "how it's always been done."

Original Posting:

July 28, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00163454

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.

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