Basin Scale Reservoir Simulation - Postdoctoral Researcher

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Mar 31

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Research & Development
Science
$108.8K
Livermore

Requirements

Ph.D. in Energy Resources Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil and/or Environmental Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience with reservoir simulations and compositional multiphase flow.
Knowledge of numerical methods, including discretization schemes and linear/nonlinear solution techniques.
Knowledge of uncertainty quantification.
Experience with software development, including parallel computing paradigms.
Experience producing reports, publications, and proposals.
Research creativity, with outstanding ability and knowledge in the applicant’s area of specialization.
Proficient written and verbal communication skills necessary to collaborate effectively in a diverse, multidisciplinary team environment and present technical information.
Qualifications we desire:
Exposure to programming in C++, GPU computing, including relevant programming languages.
Experience with modern software development environments, including version control and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

Conduct original and independent research on compositional multiphase flow in porous and faulted media, with a focus on interaction of reservoir-scale processes.
Develop numerical algorithms and discretization schemes to efficiently model these large-scale processes on high-performance computing platforms using hybrid CPU/GPU architectures.
Develop methods to quantify uncertainty in model predictions based on variability in reservoir properties.
Publish reports and peer-review publications summarizing research findings.
Present results at program meetings and scientific conferences.
Work in a diverse, multidisciplinary team.
Perform other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What will be the main focus of the research as a Basin Scale Reservoir Simulation Postdoctoral Researcher?

The main focus of the research will be on performing original and independent research on large scale reservoir simulation of multiple interacting subsurface storage sites, with a focus on modeling compositional multiphase flow for geologic carbon storage and underground hydrogen storage applications.

What skills or experience are required for this role?

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a relevant field (such as petroleum engineering, geoscience, or related discipline) with experience in reservoir simulation, high-performance computing, and geologic carbon storage. Strong programming skills and experience with modeling software are also desired.

What group is this position located in?

This position is in the Porous Media Group within the Atmospheric, Earth and Energy Division.

Will the research involve collaboration with other researchers or institutions?

Yes, there may be opportunities for collaboration with other researchers both internally at the institution and externally with other institutions or organizations working on similar research topics.

What are the expected outcomes or deliverables of the research?

The expected outcomes of the research may include the development of new methods for modeling compositional multiphase flow on high-performance computing platforms, as well as insights into the behavior of subsurface storage sites for geologic carbon storage and underground hydrogen storage applications. Results of the research may be published in scientific journals or presented at conferences.

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