Postdoc Robust Thermodynamics for CO2 and H2 Reservoir Mixtures

Postdoc Robust Thermodynamics for CO2 and H2 Reservoir Mixtures

This project is dedicated to the development of robust and efficient algorithms for predicting of phase behavior for mixtures relevant to CO2 and H2 injection into subsurface reservoirs.

Job description

Phase behavior plays an important role in subsurface flow and transport of large-scale CO2 sequestration operations. This project is dedicated to the development of robust and efficient algorithms for predicting of phase behavior and properties for mixtures including brine and composition of gasses relevant to CO2 and H2 injection in the subsurface reservoirs. All algorithms will be designed for performing at both CPU and GPU architectures based on the modern Equations of State. The resulting library will be tested for reservoir simulation of synthetic and real CO2 and H2 injection projects.

Job requirements

We welcome applicants from various engineering disciplines, including (but not limited to) Civil, Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering. Our strict requirement is that the candidates must have strong scientific skills on computational methods, numerical analyses, and programming (C++ and Python). Strong experience with darts-flash is expected. Candidates with good background on thermodynamics and optimization methods will be preferred.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

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Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences

The Faculty of Civil Engineering & Geosciences (CEG) is committed to outstanding international research and education in the field of civil engineering, applied earth sciences, traffic and transport, water technology, and delta technology. Our research feeds into our educational programmes and covers societal challenges such as climate change, energy transition, resource availability, urbanisation and clean water. Our research projects are conducted in close cooperation with a wide range of research institutions. CEG is convinced of the importance of open science and supports its scientists in integrating open science in their research practice. The Faculty of CEG comprises 28 research groups in the following seven departments: Materials Mechanics Management & Design, Engineering Structures, Geoscience and Engineering, Geoscience and Remote Sensing, Transport & Planning, Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management.

Conditions of employment

• Duration of contract is 1 year.
• A job of 36-38 hours per week.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Additional information
For more information about this vacancy, please contact Denis Voskov, D.V.Voskov@tudelft.nl