Undergraduate Research Assistant (URDA- Caprock Integrity)

Job Title

Undergraduate Research Assistant (URDA- Caprock Integrity)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

School Of Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

$12.50 hourly

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Student Worker

Job Description

Job Summary

The TAMIU School of Engineering is seeking a highly motivated research-oriented individual for an Undergraduate Research Assistant (a part-time) position for the University Research Development Award (URDA) funded (grant). We are seeking a skillful and passionate undergraduate in Petroleum Engineering who is looking to learn and obtain research experience in caprock integrity assessment for geological carbon and hydrogen storage.  

The research focuses on ‘caprock integrity assessment for safe geological carbon and hydrogen storage employing an integrated Experimental-Computational-AI approach’. The selected student is expected to prepare experimental setup, collect data, analysis, and write technical reports. Furthermore, prepare and run different computer-based modeling of the conducted experiment using software package and AI- platform.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and collect data through complex techniques and procedures.

• Assist with data management and perform basic statistical analyses.

• Develop assessment and evaluation tools.

• Other related duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Requirements

• Enrolled at least half-time, 6 credit hours per semester for undergraduate.

• Maintain a TAMIU overall GPA of 2.0 for undergraduate students.

• Must meet all other requirements as stated in TAMIU’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP).

• Resume, cover letter and unofficial transcript must be included.

 

Preferred Experience and Education

• Current Texas A&M International University Student in Petroleum Engineering. 

• Previous experience in undergraduate research is a plus. A commitment to research for at least two semesters and proficiency in using AI-platform.

• Ability to prepare and conduct an engineering experiment, present their findings and deliver conclusions.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in use of personal computer workstations with common software applications.

• Ability to organize and multitask functions to ensure compliance with deadlines.

• Outstanding customer service skills.

• Excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.

• Problem analysis and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to learn and use multiple software programs.

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Other Requirements

• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.

• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

• Work schedules are created by the department based on departmental needs but ensure it does not conflict with class schedule.

• Promptly complete all required training.

• Submit time sheet biweekly.

• Some evening and weekend work may be required.

• Subject to funding and/or need.

Pay of Rate: $12.50/hour for up to 12 hours weekly

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.