Postdoc RICH-ID-III: Reducing Impact of CO2 Hydrates on Injectivity Decline

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft); Delft; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites a PhD candidate to join a project focused on quantifying hydrate formation effects on CO2 injection well injectivity and developing chemical-based prevention or remediation strategies. Collaboration with JIP scientists will align experiments with research objectives.

The role emphasizes strong lab work, data processing, modeling, and English communication within an international team.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in geoscience, chemical, petroleum or mechanical engineering.
• Strong lab work experience.
• Basic modeling skills.
• Data processing ability.
• Good command of English language.
• Team player.

Responsibilities

• Quantify impact of hydrate formation on injectivity of CO2 injection well.
• Develop chemical-based prevention or remediation solutions for hydrates.
• Test identified mitigation and prevention solutions including injection of chemicals.
• Collaborate with JIP scientists to align experiments and objectives.

Skills

Lab work

Modeling

Data processing

English proficiency

Team player

Education

PhD in geoscience / chemical / petroleum / mechanical eng

Job description

Job description

The main goal of the research is to quantify the impact of hydrate formation on injectivity of CO2 injection well and to develop chemical-based solutions to either inhibit the formation of hydrates (preventive methods) or to remediate the injectivity once formation of the hydrate led to injectivity decline (mitigation methods). The focus is at testing the identified potential mitigation and prevention solutions including injection of chemicals to dissociate already-formed CO2 hydrates. The experimental program will be conducted in close collaboration between TU Delft and JIP scientists to align the experiments and research objectives of JIP participants.

Job requirements

A PhD degree in e.g. geoscience, chemical, petroleum or mechanical engineering with a following skills:

• Strong lab work experience.
• Basic modeling skills.
• Data processing ability.
• Good command of English language.
• Team player.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow.These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional.Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

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,urbanisationand clean water. Our research projects are conductedin 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.

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Conditions of employment

• Duration of contract is18 Months. Temporary.
• A job of 36-40 hours per week.
• Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP.
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.
• Flexible working week.
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.
• Partially paid parental leave
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities

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

If you would like more information about this vacancy or the selection procedure, please contact Denis Voskov:[e-mail].

Application deadline: 11 November 2026