The Energy Geosciences Division at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory has an opportunity for a postdoc with expertise in computational geomechanics and its coupling with fluid flow and heat in evolving fractured geological media. You will develop novel 3D numerical models for analyzing coupled thermal-hydraulic-mechanical (THM) processes in fractured geological media across scales. The incumbent should have strong background of numerical model development for multi-physics problems and have good understanding and vision for tackling problems involving complex computational geometry such as moving interfaces, intersecting discrete fractures, and multi-body contacts.

What You Will Do:

• Develop novel 3D numerical models for THM processes in fractured system.

• Develop novel 3D models for dynamic fracture initiation and propagation and its interplay with natural fracture system.

• Develop novel 3D code for analyzing contact in multi-body system.

• Use the developed numerical model for analyzing coupled processes in hydrocarbon, EGS projects.

• Collaborate with scientists in other fields such as experimental rock mechanics, geophysics, geochemistry and applied mathematics.

• Write peer-review journal articles and technical reports.

What Is Required:

• A recent Ph.D. in rock mechanics, fracture mechanics, petroleum engineering, geothermal engineering, reservoir engineering or equivalent discipline.

• Expertise in novel model development for discrete fractured system, demonstration of creativity, and proven accomplishments.

• Good programming skill is required, with fluency in C/C++, and/or C#, FORTRAN.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a multidisciplinary group of scientists.

• Good verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and for writing peer-reviewed journal publications and technical reports.

The posting shall remain open until the position is filled.

Notes:

• This is a full time, 2 year, postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years paid postdoctoral experience. Salary for Postdoctoral positions depends on years of experience post-degree.

• Full-time, M-F, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.

• This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.

• Salary will be predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates.

• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.

• Work will be primarily performed at: Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.

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