Details **Open Date** 02/11/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN41169B **Job Title** Director, Research & Science **Working Title** Director, Research & Science **Job Grade** I **FLSA Code** Executive **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** President **Department** 00059 - Energy & Geoscience Institute **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** 150000 to 250000 **Close Date** 06/30/2025 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** Research Scientist Position at Energy & Geoscience Institute, University of Utah The Energy & Geoscience Institute ( EGI ) at the University of Utah (https://egi.utah.edu/) invites applications for a senior research scientist position. The position entails managing an existing geothermal energy research program, and developing dynamic, externally-funded research opportunities. Ongoing geothermal research at EGI includes the U.S. Department of Energy sponsored Utah FORGE (Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy) project (https://utahforge.com/). Utah FORGE is an Engineered Geothermal Systems ( EGS ) demonstration project that has been funded at over $200 M during the last eight years and has been recently awarded an additional $80 M for developing, testing, and accelerating breakthroughs in EGS technologies through 2028. We seek the best available candidate with strengths focusing on geothermal energy-related settings – with the ability to manage research agendas for all geothermal applications. A Ph.D in Geosciences or Engineering is preferred; however, candidates with a lesser university degree with exceptional professional experience will also be considered. Continued emphasis would be placed on expanding EGI’s reputation as a geothermal center of excellence and in expanding its academic mission. All candidates are invited to submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter containing a description of professional experience (including scientific or professional accomplishments, leadership responsibilities and names of three references). EGI is a multidisciplinary energy institute at the University of Utah. For decades, EGI has performed groundbreaking geoscience research around the world, worked on innovative geothermal technologies, and developed a portfolio of carbon dioxide sequestration projects. EGI benefits form its status within the University of Utah. The University of Utah is one of the leading universities in technology innovation and commercialization and is consistently ranked among the top in the US as an innovation hub. The state of Utah enjoys a thriving economy with consistent recognition as one of the top states for business, job growth and quality of life. Situated in the vibrant urban environment provided by Salt Lake City, the University of Utah also provides ample access to outdoor recreation year-round. **Responsibilities** 1. Works with other principal investigators on implementing the overall goals of the geothermal program at EGI and University of Utah. 2. Seeks opportunities to expand the scope of the existing program through government and industry partnerships. 3. Provides strategic direction by setting short and long-term goals, estimating budgetary requirements for staff, and implementing special projects and policies. 4. Develops strategies consistent with the EGI and University of Utah’s continuous quality improvement program. 5. Forecasts staffing, capital and operating budget needs in evaluating and reporting on market sensitivity, financial analysis, staff performance evaluation as needed, etc. 6. Ensures customer satisfaction by analyzing complaints, concerns and suggestions and providing appropriate follow-through. 7. Ensures competency of management/supervisory staff through the development and/or presentation of educational programs and through on-going staff performance evaluation. 8. Markets and promotes new and existing programs and services to internal and external customers. DISCLAIMER This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. **Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required** Nearly Continuously: Office environment. **Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required** Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. **Minimum Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); 8-10 years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations and effective communications skills required. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. 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