Graduate Level Part-Time Research Assistants

Penn State University Talent Acquisition • University Park, PA • 2d ago

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The John and Willie Leone Family Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering at Penn State seeks motivated graduate students to join our research programs as Part-Time Graduate Research Assistants. Students will work under the supervision of faculty on cutting-edge projects spanning energy production, transition, and sustainability.

Research Areas

Students may be engaged in projects related to geomechanics, wellbore integrity, geothermal energy systems, hydraulic fracturing, carbon sequestration, underground energy storage, critical minerals extraction, or the repurposing of fossil energy infrastructure for clean energy applications.

Responsibilities

Conduct original research and contribute to peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations

Assist with laboratory, computational, or field-based research activities

Participate in project meetings and support grant reporting and documentation

Collaborate with industry partners, national laboratories, and academic collaborators

Qualifications

B.S. in petroleum engineering, geomechanics, mechanical engineering, or a related field

Strong academic record and motivation for research

Effective written and oral communication skills

Prior research or industry experience is a plus

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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