Postdoctoral Researcher: Geothermal & CO2 Flow Lab

Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct experimental and applied research on transient multiphase flow and heat transfer across multiple projects. The role involves designing, building, and operating high-pressure flow loops at the PERTT Laboratory under Professor Chen, with data analytics and ML for data-driven insights.

The incumbent will develop independent research skills in geothermal and CO2-related thermodynamics,

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant engineering/science field.
• Hands-on experimental experience with flow loops and high-pressure facilities needed.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills; peer-reviewed publications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments on transient multiphase flow and heat transfer.
• Analyze data, apply data analytics, ML, and data assimilation to results.
• Validate models against experiments and publish findings.
• Present results and contribute to reports and peer-reviewed papers.

Skills

Experimental skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engr, Chemical Engr, Geosciences or related field

Tools

Data acquisition systems

High-pressure test facilities

Job description

Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct experimental and applied research on transient multiphase flow and heat transfer across multiple projects. The role involves designing, building, and operating high-pressure flow loops at the PERTT Laboratory under Professor Chen, with data analytics and ML for data-driven insights.

The incumbent will develop independent research skills in geothermal and CO2-related thermodynamics,