Postdoctoral Scholar, Geological Mining Engineering & Sciences
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Department: Geological & Mining Eng & Sciences
Work Type: Staff – Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time \/ Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Research, Geology\/Geological
Summary
The Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences (GMES) department is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar. You will join our research group to work on the DOE-funded CarbonSAFE CCUS project at Michigan Tech. The work will focus on building advanced reservoir simulation models coupled with geomechanics, performing risk assessments using NRAP tools, and contributing to leakage risk quantification and capacity evaluations for CO\u2082 sequestration.
This position includes a health, dental and vision insurance program.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties
\u2022 Conduct reservoir simulation modeling for CO\u2082 storage, integrating site-specific data and geomechanical coupling.
\u2022 Perform leakage risk assessments using NRAP tools in conjunction with reservoir simulation results.
\u2022 Update capacity estimates, injection performance, and mechanical integrity evaluations.
\u2022 Collaborate with PI and project team to meet DOE CarbonSAFE project deliverables.
\u2022 Prepare manuscripts and conference presentations based on research findings.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
\u2022 Ph.D. in Geoscience, Petroleum Engineering, Civil\/Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field.
Required Experience
\u2022 Demonstrated experience in reservoir simulation and coupled geomechanical modeling.
\u2022 Experience with CO\u2082 storage, CCUS, or subsurface fluid flow modeling.
Desirable Education and\/or Experience
\u2022 Experience with NRAP tools and risk assessment modeling.
\u2022 Prior experience with CCUS research projects.
\u2022 Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC) and parallel computing techniques.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and\/or Abilities
\u2022 Proficiency in reservoir simulation software and geomechanical coupling methods.
\u2022 Strong quantitative and computational skills.
\u2022 Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
\u2022 Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and\/or Abilities
\u2022 Familiarity with multi-physics modeling frameworks.
\u2022 Experience with uncertainty quantification and sensitivity analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n