CH4PACE Postdoctoral Fellowship
October 27, 2022
The University of Texas Institute for Geophysics invites applications for a postdoctoral research position to study the flow properties of thawing permafrost through permeability measurements, CT imaging, and analysis of synthetic and natural permafrost. The candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary team composed of geoscientists and engineers from Sandia, The University of Texas at Austin, and the University of Alaska, working on the Coupled Hydro-Thermo-Biogeochemical Modeling For Predicting Arctic Carbon Emissions (CH4PACE) project. The team is studying Arctic permafrost thaw behavior and its impact on Arctic Green House Gas release, abundance, and composition. This project will develop a framework, from core to regional scales, for modeling current and future greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Coupled Hydro-Thermo-Biogeochemical Modeling For Predicting Arctic Carbon Emissions (CH4PACE)
CH4PACE is a multi-disciplinary effort to understand and model methane and CO<sub>2</sub> emissions from melting Arctic permafrost.
What We’re Looking For
Above all, we look for a creative individual with a knack for experimental analysis, a passion for quantitative analysis flow behavior, and ability and enthusiasm to be part of a multi-disciplinary effort.
About the Position
This position is for one year and potential second year extension with satisfactory progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop, carry out, and analyze research that studies the flow properties of thawing permafrost through permeability measurements, CT imaging, and analysis of Synthetic and natural permafrost.
- Work collaboratively with scientists from a multi-disciplinary team composed of geoscientists and engineers from Sandia, UT and the University of Alaska.
- Present results to the scientific community and broader public.
- Publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
Required Qualifications
Qualified individuals must be a U.S. citizen and should have a Ph.D. in Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field at the time of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to perform independent research and collaborate effectively. Knack for experimental analysis. Passion for quantitative analysis flow behavior and ability and enthusiasm to be part of a multi-disciplinary effort.
Salary Range
$65,000
How to Apply
To apply, visit this posting at the UT Austin Staff Jobs website: R_00022998
Note: Current university employees must apply through MyWorkday: R_00022998 (requires UT EID)