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Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:
Other Academic

Department:
LSUAM Engineering - Petroleum - Geofluids Modeling Group (Ipsita Gupta (00042763))

Work Location:
2242 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:
Other Academic

Job Description:

Overview:

The incumbent in this position will characterize the geochemical evolution of the Monkey Island formation in response to CO2 injection using geochemical and reactive transport modeling. Integrate hydrologic, stratigraphic, lithologic, mineralogic, and geochemical data into numerical models to simulate coupled fluid and heat flow and reactive transport. Also, the incumbent will program in FORTRAN/Python/other languages. Assist with writing reports for the Monkey Island Carbon Storage Project (MICSP) grant and/or papers to be published regarding the research project.

Job duties for Postdoctoral Researcher:

Characterize the geochemical evolution of the Monkey Island formation in response to CO2 injection using geochemical and reactive transport modeling. Integrate hydrologic, stratigraphic, lithologic, mineralogic, and geochemical data into numerical models to simulate coupled fluid and heat flow and reactive transport.

Program in FORTRAN/Python/other languages.

Assist with writing reports for the Monkey Island Carbon Storage Project (MICSP) grant and/or papers to be published regarding the research project. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications for Postdoctoral Researcher:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engr, Chemical Engr, Nuclear Engr or related degree with 0 years of experience. Specific experience: A record of strong experience in modeling and simulations must be shown. Good communication skills are required. Background/expertise preferred in petroleum, chemical, hydrogeological or CO2 sequestration applications. Familiarity with TOUGHREACT or similar codes will be a plus. Knowledge of programming in FORTRAN/Python/other desirable. Preference will go to the candidate who has published in this field in archival journals.

Preferred Qualifications for Postdoctoral Researcher:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engr, Chemical Engr, Nuclear Engr or related degree with 0 years of experience. Specific experience: A record of strong experience in modeling and simulations must be shown. Good communication skills are required. Background/expertise preferred in petroleum, chemical, hydrogeological or CO2 sequestration applications. Familiarity with TOUGHREACT or similar codes will be a plus. Knowledge of programming in FORTRAN/Python/other desirable. Preference will go to the candidate who has published in this field in archival journals.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:
Special Instructions
Application requirements:
Must provide CV, contact information for 3 references, attach a copy of your transcript(s), and pass a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Original transcripts will be required prior to hire.

Posting Date:
February 7, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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