Pore-Scale Reservoir Researcher: Multiphase Flow Imaging

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology; Norway; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology invites applications for a 12-month research position in the Department of Geosciences (IGV), within the Well and Reservoir group. Funded by PoreLab, the project aims to develop experimental proof to validate multiphase flow theories at the Darcy scale and to collaborate with NTNU’s Center of Excellence.

The successful candidate will perform imaging and experimental work, supported by numerical models, and contribute to interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Minimum a PhD in a relevant subject area STEM, preferably related to fluid mechanics and transport in porous media.
• A strong background in thermodynamics is preferred as well as experimental experience in a fluid mechanics laboratory and imaging techniques.
• Good written and oral English.

Responsibilities

• The area of interest is multiphase fluid flow description at pore level using pore scale imaging.
• The objective is to verify the newly developed theory for multiphase flow in porous media based on equilibrium thermodynamics using entropy as flow descriptor.
• Validation shall be done using experimental methods supported by numerical modelling tools; development of new experimental methods may be required.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Experimental methods

English language

Education

PhD in STEM

Tools

Imaging techniques

Numerical modelling

Job description

NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology invites applications for a 12-month research position in the Department of Geosciences (IGV), within the Well and Reservoir group. Funded by PoreLab, the project aims to develop experimental proof to validate multiphase flow theories at the Darcy scale and to collaborate with NTNU’s Center of Excellence.

The successful candidate will perform imaging and experimental work, supported by numerical models, and contribute to interdisciplinary