Principal Geologist

Principal Geologist

• 499355
• Remote

• Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
• Remote, North Dakota, United States

• EERC

• Engineering

• Full-time Staff

• $120,000 annual, Exempt
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  Yes
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  Yes

Are you ready to lead petroleum geology research and apply your expertise to some of the most important subsurface energy challenges facing the industry? Do you have the experience to integrate complex geologic data, lead multidisciplinary projects, and develop practical solutions for clients and stakeholders? We’re looking for a Principal Geologist to join our dynamic team at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC)!

Join the EERC, an international leader in energy and environmental research and a nonprofit branch of the University of North Dakota (UND), which gives our employees access to unbeatable benefits and tuition waivers. Learn more about the EERC .

Be a part of cutting-edge research, engage with professionals who share your passion, and create work you can be proud of. As a Principal Geologist, you will contribute to the success of the organization by performing one or more of the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage petroleum geology research and commercial projects from proposal development through execution and reporting.
• Conduct basin analysis, petroleum systems evaluation, reservoir characterization, and geologic assessments for conventional and unconventional hydrocarbon resources.
• Integrate geologic, geophysical, petrophysical, and engineering datasets to support resource evaluation and development strategies.
• Provide technical leadership on subsurface energy projects, including carbon management, enhanced recovery, produced-water management, and related initiatives.
• Develop proposals and secure funding from industry, federal agencies, and other sponsors.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with industry clients, research partners, and government stakeholders.
• Present technical findings through reports, publications, conference presentations, and client briefings.
• Mentor and guide geoscientists and technical staff while contributing to the EERC's strategic research direction.
• Lead reservoir characterization studies integrating core, petrographic, petrophysical, geochemical, and geophysical datasets to evaluate reservoir quality, containment, and resource potential.
• Develop geologic frameworks and static reservoir models supporting hydrocarbon development, enhanced recovery, carbon storage, and emerging subsurface energy opportunities.
• Design and lead technical workshops, field courses, industry consortia, and technology-transfer activities that promote collaboration between industry, government, and research partners.

The EERC is recognized as a global leader in developing clean, efficient energy solutions. With a dedicated team, we collaboratively develop innovative technologies to power the world efficiently while safeguarding our air, water, and soil. Trusted by over 1300 clients in 53 countries, our mission is to provide practical, pioneering solutions to the world’s energy and environmental challenges.

• Business development skills
• Organizational leadership skills
• Organizational/prioritization ability.
• Excellent interpersonal/oral/written communication skills

• M.S. in Geology, Petroleum Geology, Geoscience, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in petroleum exploration, development, or applied research, with significant experience in the Williston Basin.
• Experience with the regional geology of the Williston Basin, including the Bakken Formation, Three Forks…