University of Houston Hiring for Research Tech I – (STA010801) at Texas, United States Full Time

Provides assistance and expertise in various areas of research such
as calibration of instrumentation, equipment maintenance and
repair, preparation of samples for testing, monitoring of safety
equipment and procedures, development and fabrication of prototype
equipment, recording of test results, and basic analyses of
data.Ensures experiments are preformed according to specification.
May make practical technical recommendations to changes in
procedures, equipment, or prototype design.Develops basic skill
set.Duties: Simple and may be repetitive. May assist in advanced
functions as part of training. Refers questions and problems to
higher levels.Supervision: Immediate supervision is available.
Verbal or written instructions are usually detailed.

EEO/AA

Duties:

Handle multiple large and/or complex petroleum geochemistry
experiments or research projects with minimal supervision.

Safely operate and perform maintenance of the following research
equipment: Soxhlet Extraction, Rotary Evaporation, LECO TOC,
RockEval pyrolysis, Gas Chromatograph, Hydrous Pyrolysis
equiupment, GC-MS, Liquid Chromatography for SARA and PIN
fractionation, Kerogen Isolation apparatus and X-Ray
Diffraction.

Perform daily equipment checks, gas tank readings, and associated
calibration/maintenance if necessary.

Apply Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint for data analysis and
reporting.

Assist fellow researchers with daily lab operation, report writing
and office duties.

Consult with research staff on the effectiveness of methods being
employed in the lab, and make recommendations for improvement where
appropriate

Frequently help move heavy laboratory equipment

Maintain a safe and clean laboratory work environment and be active
in reporting or notifying lab supervisor of any unsafe work
conditions.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s and no expereience

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Petroleum Engineering, Geochemistry,
or related field. Prior work experience in Oil and Gas industry
preferred.

Knowledge of software tools e.g., Matlab, C++, VBA preferred.

Experienced in handling hazardous or corrosive chemicals (HF, HCl,
Ammonium Hydroxide, Chromic Acid)

Able to accurately, clearly and concisely communicate in both
written and verbal manner in English at the level required to
perform the duties as outlined.

Possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to
adhere to %5Cwork hours, policies, and standard business
etiquette

Be willing to learn and apply established industry practices for
geochemical analyses.