Research Associate, Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering
Job Posting Title:
Research Associate, Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering
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Hiring Department:
Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA
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Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2029
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Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS
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Job Details:
General Notes
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As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the [Cockrell School of Engineering](https://www.engr.utexas.edu/) at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders.
Position Purpose
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Conduct advanced physics-based research and develop computational approaches to investigate the properties of fluids and porous geological materials, interpret formation-evaluation measurements, and improve understanding of subsurface energy and storage systems.
Responsibilities
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- Design, perform, and validate molecular-scale simulations of fluid behavior, transport, and interactions with mineral or organic pore surfaces; analyze implications for petrophysical properties.
- Develop and evaluate computational models of nuclear and magnetic-resonance measurements, including applications to subsurface characterization and monitoring in well environments.
- Use scientific programming, numerical methods, and high-performance computing resources to manage simulations, assess uncertainty, interpret results, and improve reproducibility.
- Integrate computational predictions with available experimental measurements; investigate model sensitivity and interpret scientific findings.
- Prepare technical reports, manuscripts, presentations, and research updates; coordinate with faculty, students, collaborators, and consortium sponsors.
Required Qualifications
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- P.h.D. degree and seven year...
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