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Job Posting Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher

Position Type:

Other Academic

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - Petroleum - Unconventional Resource Simulation (Femi Olorode (00055122))

Work Location:

2245 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

Other Academic

Job Description:

Overview:

The incumbent in this position will characterize the mechanical properties of the Monkey Island formation, and create a simulation of the mechanical deformation of the rock because of the injection of CO2. It will require integrating information from well logs, stress maps, laboratory data, and seismic data to construct a mechanical earth model (MEM). The incumbent in this position will also perform coupled flow and geomechanics simulations (using CMG GEM) to assess the potential of fracturing the rock during CO2 injection. The numerical model parameters will be obtained from triaxial rock tests that will be performed using our AutoLab 1500 triaxial rock-testing equipment. 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 mechanical properties of the Monkey Island formation and create a simulation of the mechanical deformation of the rock because of the injection of CO2. It will require integrating information from well logs, stress maps, laboratory data, and seismic data to construct a mechanical earth model (MEM). 

Perform coupled flow and geomechanics simulations (using CMG GEM) to assess the potential of fracturing the rock during CO2 injection. The numerical model parameters will be obtained from triaxial rock tests that will be performed using our AutoLab 1500 triaxial rock-testing equipment.

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

Minimum Qualifications for Postdoctoral Researcher:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engr, Chemical Engr or related degree with 0 years of experience. Specific experience: Terminal degree and related coursework in discipline/specialty area. Strong experience in developing mechanical earth models (MEM) and numerical simulation must be shown. Good communication skills are required. 

Preferred Qualifications for Postdoctoral Researcher:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engr, Chemical Engr or related degree with 0 years of experience. Specific experience: Strong experience in developing mechanical earth models (MEM) and numerical simulation must be shown, as well as prior experience with AutoLab 1500 triaxial rock-testing equipment. Good communication skills are required. Preference will be given to candidates who have published in this field in archival journals. Candidates with research experience in reservoir simulation with CMG are preferred.

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 12, 2024

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

March 11, 2024

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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Essential Position (Y/N):

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HCM Contact Information:

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