JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

To perform moderately complex research and experimentation following established protocols and performs routine lab and equipment maintenance.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertakes special research projects and other related duties as assigned;
• Collects, analyzes and evaluates verbal or statistical data;
• Prepares reports and studies as assigned;
• Participates in research conferences and seminars;
• Teaching
  • Assists in the implementation of academic programmes; helps monitor students' progress;
  • Assists with supervising students academically, supporting them in study sessions and tutorials;
  • Works closely with instructors to provide academically challenging instruction to students;
  • Carries out administrative tasks as assigned by instructors;
• Provides service to the University and/or community/society as required;
• Complies with Academic regulations and the University's policies & procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• MEng in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering or BSc in Geoscience or equivalent in a related discipline from a recognized University
• Software Skills in CMG, PETEX (MBAL, PROSPER, GAP), Petrel/Eclipse are highly recommended
• Must be able to do programming e.g. python, Java
• Ability to use ArcGIS will be an asset
• No prior teaching or research experience required

COMPETENCY PROFILE

Knowledge

• Theoretical knowledge of the discipline of petroleum and/or chemical engineering
• Knowledge of research methodologies
• Knowledge of statistics

Basic Professional Skill Sets

• Basic content expertise 
• Research skills
• Basic practical/critical analytical skills