Associate / Full Professor - Petroleum Engineering - Computational Modeling and Simulation

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Benefits offered by this job

Free on-campus housing

Fully paid health insurance

Dependent school education aid

Paid tickets for annual repatriation

Two months of paid summer holiday

Job summary

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals invites applications for a faculty position at Associate or Full Professor rank in Petroleum Engineering, Computational Modeling and Simulation, to begin January 2026. The department fosters cutting-edge teaching and research across porous media, reservoir simulation, and field development optimization.

The successful candidate will teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, develop a vibrant research program, supervise theses, and contribute to

Qualifications

• PhD in Petroleum Engineering.
• Strong teaching and communication skills.
• Record of high-quality basic and applied research.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a research program with international reputation.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Petroleum Engineering.
• Supervise graduate theses and dissertations.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Education

PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Job description

Associate / Full Professor - Petroleum Engineering - Computational Modeling and Simulation

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Position Type

Position Type Faculty

Job Reference Number

Job Reference Number CPG017

Job Title

Job Title Associate / Full Professor - Petroleum Engineering - Computational Modeling and Simulation

Location

Type

Type Full Time

Job Description

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, College of Petroleum Engineering & Geosciences ( CPG ), Department of Petroleum Engineering invites applications for a faculty position (Associate or Full Professor rank) in the area of Computational Modeling and Simulation to begin as early as January 2026. We seek an outstanding individual who will teach and conduct cutting-edge research to develop, advance, and apply innovative and computational approaches in Reservoir Engineering. We are interested in domains such as – but not limited to – fluid flow and contaminant transport in porous media, reservoir simulation and history matching, field development optimization, geostatistical reservoir characterization, and welltest analysis.

The Department has a strong tradition and international reputation in undergraduate and graduate education and offers accredited B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Petroleum Engineering. KFUPM ranks 5th globally in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by subject category of Petroleum Engineering. The Department has 25 full-time faculty members, 2 lecturers, 15 post-docs, 7 supporting staff, and approximately 385 undergraduate majors and 94 graduate students. CPG has High-performance computing facilities and software for use in this area. Programs are enhanced through close collaboration with the Department of Geosciences within the College and with other departments on campus. Information about KFUPM , CPG , computational facilities, and the Department can be found at http://cpg.kfupm.edu.sa .

Job Responsibility

The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong and vibrant research program and build on an international reputation through publication, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, directing graduate research, and supervising thesis projects.

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• free on-campus housing
• fully paid health insurance
• dependent school education aid
• paid tickets for annual repatriation holidays
• two months of paid summer holiday annually

Qualifications

Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in Petroleum Engineering. The successful candidate will have demonstrated success for high-quality basic and applied research and scholarship. Research interests should complement and support existing campus programs. Candidates should have research focus in one or more of these areas: flow in porous media, reservoir simulation, field development optimization, or welltest analysis. Applicants should demonstrate a record of successful teaching and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Previous industry experience will be viewed positively. Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must be fluent in English as it is the medium of instruction in the University.

Contact Information

Dean, College of Petroleum Engineering & Geosciences
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5085, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the Highest Education Level you have earned?
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • PhD or above
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of Publications
• Teaching Statement
• Research Statement
• Applicant Photo
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• Abstract of the Dissertation
• Scanned copy of Passport