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University of Wyoming

Director, Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute

University of Wyoming

 

The University of Wyoming invites nominations and applications for the position of director of the Enhanced Oil Recovery Institute (EORI). As the only public baccalaureate and graduate degree-granting institution in Wyoming, UW plays a prominent role in the state, through its involvement in energy-related issues and as a national research university. Wyoming’s geology and oil producing history, together with a record of strong support from state officials, make EORI an extraordinary vehicle for internationally visible research and outreach.

The director of EORI is responsible for promoting research and service that advance the viability of enhanced oil recovery (EOR). Reporting to the director are 15 full- and part-time staff members, funded through Wyoming’s Enhanced Oil Recovery Commission, appointed by the Governor of Wyoming and confirmed by the Legislature. With funding from the commission, totaling about $3 million/year, the institute facilitates research and outreach by affiliated faculty from several UW departments, including Chemical and Petroleum Engineering, Geology and Geophysics, and Economics and Finance. The director reports to the director of UW’s School of Energy Resources. The mission and other information are available at the institute’s web site, http://eori.uwyo.edu/.

We welcome applicants and nominations from industry, academia, and government. Preferred qualifications include an earned doctorate or commensurate professional credentials, a distinguished record of contributions to a field related to EOR, demonstrated understanding of the challenges in implementing EOR, sensitivity to the mission of a research university, and evidence of strong leadership skills. We also encourage candidates with industry experience and/or a positive industry working experience and relationship.

The director is housed in EORI’s offices on UW’s main campus in Laramie, a city of 28,000 in a scenic valley between the Laramie and Medicine Bow Mountains. Laramie is a two-hour drive from Denver, Colorado. For more information about the university and its setting, see http://www.uwyo.edu.

Complete applications include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact data for at least three professional references, and a brief narrative summarizing the candidate’s leadership experience and interest in the position. The search committee will begin screening in September, 2009; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please send nominations and applications to Dr. Myron B. Allen, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, University of Wyoming, Dept. 3302, 1000 E. University Avenue, Laramie, WY 82071. We encourage electronic applications, sent to Ms. Wilma Varga at wilmav@uwyo.edu.

The university adheres to principles of affirmative action and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of any race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or political belief. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including women and people of color.

 

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