Researcher in Pore Scale Reservoir Engineering - IV-82/26

About the job

NTNU, a broad-based university with a technical-scientific profile, is seeking a Researcher in Pore Scale Reservoir Engineering for a 12-month position at the Department of Geosciences (IGV). The role is part of the Well and Reservoir group and is funded by PoreLab, offering excellent opportunities for collaboration and development within the Center of Excellence PoreLab.

The researcher will focus on developing experimental proof to validate theoretical predictions for multiphase fluid flow characterization at the Darcy scale. This involves working closely with associate professor Antje van der Net and professors Alex Hansen and Carl Fredrik Berg, under the leadership of the head of the department in IGV.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on multiphase fluid flow description at the pore level using pore scale imaging.
• Verify newly developed theory for multiphase flow in porous media based on equilibrium thermodynamics using entropy as a flow descriptor.
• Imaging spatial fluid distribution under different flow conditions and porous media characteristics.
• Validate findings using experimental methods supported by numerical modelling tools, potentially developing new experimental methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum a PhD in a relevant STEM field, preferably related to fluid mechanics and transport in porous media.
• Strong background in thermodynamics and experimental experience in a fluid mechanics laboratory and imaging techniques.
• Good written and oral English skills.

Personal qualities

• High level of self-responsibility, initiative, and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and ambition.
• Flexibility, creativity, openness to new ideas, and ability for self-reflection.
• Enjoyment of interdisciplinary research in an intercultural team.
• Disciplined and well-organized.

We offer

• Exciting and stimulating tasks in a strong international academic environment.
• An inclusive work environment with dedicated colleagues.
• Favourable terms in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund.
• Employee benefits and discounts.

How to apply

Your application and supporting documentation must be in English. The attachments, including a description of your scientific work, must be in Norwegian, a Scandinavian language, or English. Please ensure your application clearly shows how your skills and experience meet the criteria described.

Your application must include:

• CV, diplomas, and certificates.
• Academic works – published or unpublished – that you wish to be considered (up to 10 items).
• A description of the scientific/artistic works you consider most relevant.
• A complete publication list.
• Details of projects for which you have served as project manager.
• Names and contact information for three relevant referees.

Your application will be assessed by a committee at the department. Candidates of interest will be invited to an interview.

Contact

For questions regarding the position, please contact Associate Professor Antje van der Net, e-mail: antje.van.der.net@ntnu.no.

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Senior Adviser HR, e-mail: eli.meistad@ntnu.no.