Geochemistry Research Scientist – Energy & Environment

University of North Dakota; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC), part of the University of North Dakota, is seeking a Research Geochemist to advance laboratory analyses and interpret data supporting energy and environmental research. You will work in a multidisciplinary team within the Grand Forks campus, contributing to projects on critical minerals, fuels, and subsurface processes.

You will perform analytical research on chemical and geochemical evaluations, maintain data quality, and support safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, geochemistry, or chemical engineering with strong geochemistry knowledge.
• Minimum 2 years in a lab with data analysis, safety compliance, and QA/QC.
• Experience in critical minerals analysis, extraction, separation, or purification; subsurface fluids or rocks analysis; corrosion/fuels studies; or brine characterization.
• Cover letter and resume/CV required.
• Criminal History Background Check successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with EERC scientists to conduct lab analyses and interpret data.
• Ensure timely, budget-conscious lab work aligned with client expectations.
• Perform chemical/geochemical evaluations on minerals, fuels, waters, and related materials.
• Maintain high data quality and integrate results with models and field work.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and assist in safety plan updates.
• Work with senior staff to expand research efforts in the labs.
• Provide technical support on minerals analysis, extraction, and purification; and geochemical reactions evaluation.
• Travel as necessary.

Skills

Geochemistry

Analytical instruments

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety practices

Proposal writing

Technical presentations

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/geochemistry/chemical engineering

Tools

ICP-MS/ICP-OES

XRD/XRF

SEM

Job description

The Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC), part of the University of North Dakota, is seeking a Research Geochemist to advance laboratory analyses and interpret data supporting energy and environmental research. You will work in a multidisciplinary team within the Grand Forks campus, contributing to projects on critical minerals, fuels, and subsurface processes.

You will perform analytical research on chemical and geochemical evaluations, maintain data quality, and support safety and