Technology Center Scientist II
On-siteWeatherford, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate analytical priorities and sample workflows with division petrophysicists and geologists to address specific technical goals. Operate and maintain Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS) systems to acquire high-quality images for elemental analysis and mineral identification. Support routine and specialized core analysis workflows on conventional and unconventional reservoir samples, including porosity, permeability, and fluid saturation measurements. Prepare geological samples including core plugs, slabbed core, and polished mounts while maintaining sample prep equipment. Assist in generating presentation-quality figures and laboratory summaries to support reservoir characterization and field development programs.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferred in: Geology or related Engineering
- Minimum 5-10+ years of laboratory experience in one or more of the following: Core analysis, Geological laboratory operations, SEM or microscopy, Petrophysical laboratory testing
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Experience handling and preparing geological core or rock samples
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to safely operate laboratory equipment and follow established procedures
- Proficiency with standard computer software and digital data management
- Laboratory safety compliance required at all times
Desired Qualifications
- Direct experience operating core analysis instrumentation
- Experience in oil and gas core analysis laboratories
- Familiarity with unconventional shale reservoir characterization
- Knowledge of pore system analysis, mineralogy, organic matter imaging, or microfracture characterization
- Experience with laboratory QA/QC systems and analytical documentation
- Experience with image analysis or geological imaging software
- Familiarity with core handling procedures
- Understanding of routine core analysis (RCAL) and/or special core analysis (SCAL) methodologies
- Strong hands-on laboratory mindset
- Willing / able to be on your feet most of the day
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Self-motivated with strong initiative
- Ability to learn and adapt to new analytical technologies
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills
- Capable of balancing analytical precision with operational efficiency
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