Graduate (Year-Round) - Data Curation and Research Support - Geothermal Energy in , United States

The NLR Data Engineering Group is seeking a graduate to serve as a curator for the Geothermal Data Repository (GDR), and support other related domain-specific data repositories. The role involves curating individual data submissions, advising researchers and scientists on better organizing their project data, and ensuring metadata quality and consistency. The will review metadata for accuracy, completeness and relevance, organize disparate submissions, adopt and implement emerging data standards, and add supplemental information to support DOE data categorization. When necessary, the will contact submitters directly to resolve any discrepancies or omissions. The may also support geothermal or other energy research projects through data organization, analysis support, or documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Curate geothermal datasets for metadata completeness, accuracy, and alignment with repository standards

Apply data standards and identify gaps or inconsistencies in submissions

Coordinate with data submitters to resolve issues and improve data quality and usability

Occasionally support geothermal research, including data management, model support, and literature review

Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0

Undergraduate: Enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited institution

Post-undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months; eligible for up to one year

Graduate: Enrolled full-time in a master’s degree program at an accredited institution

Post-graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months; eligible for up to one year

Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as a PhD candidate at an accredited institution

Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date

Additional Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a graduate program in geoscience, engineering, data science, or related field

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational ability

Ability to work independently and manage open-ended tasks

Interest in data management, curation, or scientific data workflows

Qualifications

Experience with datasets related to geothermal energy systems or other energy technologies, including geophysical, geological, geochemical, and geospatial data

Experience with marine hydrokinetics, including computational fluid dynamics, mechanical engineering, wave and current monitoring, structural testing, or MHK converters

Experience with other renewable and alternative energy systems such as solar, biofuel, hydrogen, building science, chemistry, grid modernization, or wind power

Coding experience in Python

Customer service experience

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills