Multiphysics Subsurface Modeling Scientist

Schlumberger Limited; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Research Scientist to join the Geosciences Department. You will develop and validate advanced numerical models for subsurface processes, collaborating with geoscientists, reservoir engineers, and software developers.

The role emphasizes integrating thermo-hydraulic, geomechanics, and geochemistry, publishing findings, and supporting the transition of research into field deployments.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in a research/technical geosciences role.
• Experience with subsurface simulation tools (commercial or open-source).
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, Fortran, or MATLAB.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and validate numerical models for coupled subsurface processes.
• Design algorithms for thermo-hydraulic simulations with geochemical models.
• Develop next-generation simulation workflows and computational tools.
• Perform reservoir-scale studies using lab, field, and production data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across geoscience, reservoir engineering, data science, and software development.
• Analyze and interpret simulation results to generate insights and support decisions.
• Publish findings in leading journals and present at technical forums.
• Support transition of research innovations into field deployment.

Skills

Python

C/C++

Fortran

MATLAB

Geoscience knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MSc/PhD in Geosciences or related

Tools

Intersect

Visage

Petrel

Reservoir simulation tools

Job description

Schlumberger Limited in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Research Scientist to join the Geosciences Department. You will develop and validate advanced numerical models for subsurface processes, collaborating with geoscientists, reservoir engineers, and software developers.

The role emphasizes integrating thermo-hydraulic, geomechanics, and geochemistry, publishing findings, and supporting the transition of research into field deployments.