Researcher 1109 within applied mathematics and computationalscience for geological porous materials

EURAXESS Ireland; Bergen; On-site; NOK 686,000 - 725,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund

Development opportunities

Job summary

University of Bergen’s Department of Mathematics seeks a permanent Researcher 1109 in applied mathematics and computational science for geological porous materials. The successful candidate will work within the Porous Media Research Group, contributing to multiphase flow simulations and related mathematical analysis.

You will supervise PhD and MSc theses, engage with CSSR and gigaCCS centers, and help secure external funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in computational/applied mathematics or closely related field.
• Strong background in numerical analysis and PDEs.
• Experience with simulation technology development.
• Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze solver technology for multiphase flow in deformable porous media.
• Supervise PhD and MSc theses with relevant topics.
• Support integration of center activities and annual working plans.
• Contribute to outreach and communication with society and industry.

Skills

Numerical analysis

Partial differential equations

Simulation development

External funding

English proficiency

Norwegian language

Education

Norwegian doctoral degree in computational/applied mathematics

Job description

Organisation/Company University of Bergen Department Department of Mathematics Research Field Mathematics » Other Researcher Profile Established Researcher (R3) Positions Research Support Positions Application Deadline 20 Oct 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Oslo) Country Norway Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Researcher within applied mathematics and computationalscience for geological porous materials

At the Department of Mathematics , in the Porous Media Research Group , there is a vacancy for a permanent Researcher 1109 position in applied mathematics and computational science.
For the period 2027-2031, the position is primarily funded by the Norwegian Research Council funded centers “Center for Sustainable Subsurface Resources” (CSSR ), and “gigaCCS ”, in which the University of Bergen is a partner. However, permanent researchers are encouraged to be engaged in securing their own funding, and in the long term, the position may be funded by a combination of
projects within the research group.

About the project/work tasks

The successful candidate will be instrumental in the group’s activity within both mentioned centers. Key work tasks and responsibilities will involve:

• Development and mathematical analysis of solver technology for multiphase flow simulation in
  deformable geological porous media. Key challenges and opportunities related to the center
  applications include:
  a) Operations with intermittent and/or cyclical injection profiles.
  b) CO2 storage with varying degrees of impurities in both the CO2 and the reservoir fluid(s).
  c) large-scale, multi-field operations with non-negligible mechanical response.
• Supervision of PhD and MSc students with thesis topics that are relevant for the ongoing research, both as co-supervisor or main supervisor.
• Support in the integration of centers activities, including taking part in the development of annual working plans and reporting.
• Contribute to outreach and communication activities, both towards society as well as industry
  partners

Qualifications and personal qualities

• Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to a Norwegian doctoral degree (PhD) within computational and applied mathematics, or have a PhD in a closely related field (e.g. computational physics, civil and environmental engineering, computer science), and demonstrate equivalent competence within computational and applied mathematics. Candidates that have submitted his/her doctoral thesis for assessment prior to the application deadline will also be considered. It is a condition of employment that the PhD has been awarded.
• Research-level experience with numerical analysis and partial differential equations is a
  requirement.
• Research-level experience with development of simulation technology is a requirement.
• Research-level experience with either multiphase flow in porous media, or geomechanics, is a requirement.
• Experience with either CO2 storage or petroleum engineering is an advantage.
• Experience with open science and FAIR research practices is an advantage.
• Experience from supervision of students is an advantage.
• Ability to attract external research funding is an advantage.
• Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner and have the ability to cooperate with others.
• Applicants must have excellent skills in oral and written English.
• Fluency in a Scandinavian language is an advantage. All our staff is given the opportunity to attend courses in order to learn Norwegian and we expect them to learn Norwegian or another Scandinavian language within three years.

In assessing the candidates, a review of both the quality and the breadth of the candidate's research will be conducted. Personal and relational qualities will be emphasized.

Special requirements for the position
The University of Bergen is subjected to the regulation for export control system. The regulation will be applied in the processing of the applications.

The position is subject to the following terms

• The researcher will be a member of the research group in which the subject area of the position belongs.
• As a general rule, the researcher’s salary, operating costs, and research activities must be fully funded through external grants and projects.
• The researcher is expected to actively contribute to securing external research funding for both their own activities and those of the broader research environment. Research activities are to be funded by the projects the researcher and the research group, are working on. Major funding sources include the Research Council of Norway and the European Union, among others.
• The Head of Department may assign the researcher to work on specific research projects.
• The researcher may undertake administrative duties and serve on committees and other bodies within the University of Bergen (UiB).
• The position does not include teaching responsibilities. However, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to the supervision of master's and PhD students where this is a natural part of the research group's activities.
• If the external funding that supports the position ceases, the basis for the position will no longer exist, which may result in termination of employment. In such cases, the applicable legislation governing the employment and preferential rights of government employees will apply.

We can offer

• Exciting development opportunities as part of your role in a strong professional environment
• Position as researcher (code 1109 in the basic collective agreement) and a gross annual salary of NOK 685900 – 725 000,-upon appointment.Further increases in salary are made according to length of service in the position. A higher salary may be considered for a particularly well-qualified applicant.
• Enrolment in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund

Diversity is a strength that enables us to solve our tasks even better.UiB therefore needs qualified employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, worldview, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.

We encourage womento apply. If multiple applicants have approximately equivalent qualifications, the rules pertaining to moderate gender quotas shall apply.

The University of Bergen applies the principle of public access to information when recruiting staff for academic positions.

We encourage applicants with disabilities, immigrant backgrounds, or gaps in their CV to apply. By indicating such circumstances in your application, you may receive favourable consideration. We ensure that at least one qualified applicant from each of these groups is invited for an interview as part of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity.

AboutThe University of Bergen

The University of Bergen is a renowned educational and research institution, organised into seven faculties and approximately 54 institutes and academic centres. Campus is located in the centre of Bergen with university areas at Nygårdshøyden, Haukeland, Marineholmen, Møllendalsveien and Årstad.