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Geomechanics - Postdoctoral Researcher

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.


Job Description

Job Description

We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to perform applied research in reservoir geomechanics. You will be expected to apply your expertise to ongoing geothermal energy, geologic carbon storage, waste fluid disposal, unconventional oil and gas projects and/or induced seismicity. This position requires a background in seismology, a working knowledge of computer programming, and experience in geomechanics or reservoir engineering. You will have access to LLNL's extensive computer facilities and field data. You will interact with professional colleagues, mid-level management and sponsors across and outside of the Laboratory. This position will be hired into the Computational Geosciences Group within the Atmospheric, Earth and Energy Division.

In this role you will

  • Enable carbon neutral energy by conducting original and independent research on geomechanics, fluid/heat flow in porous and fractured media, induced seismicity, and geophysics using high performance computing codes.
  • Analyze and interpret data from geophysical monitoring, laboratory/field experiments, physics-based simulations and geodetic data
  • Develop and/or apply state-of-the-art reservoir simulations, machine learning / AI tools
  • Publish technical reports and peer-reviewed publications summarizing research findings.
  • Present results at review meetings and scientific conferences.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Geophysics, Earth Sciences, or associated engineering/science field.
  • Interdisciplinary experience in one or more of the following areas: geomechanics, geothermal energy, CO2 sequestration, reservoir engineering, induced seismicity, and/or microseismic analysis
  • Experience developing software with Python, C/C++, R, Matlab, or similar language.
  • Experience with data analysis, numerical modeling, and uncertainty quantification.
  • Research creativity, exceptional ability, and expert knowledge in the applicant’s area of specialization.
  • Experience producing reports and publications.
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills necessary to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Demonstrated record of first-authored publications and/or funded proposals.

Qualifications we desire

  • Experience with Linux / Unix software environments, such as bash.
  • Experience with history matching, optimization, and/or machine learning analysis.
  • Experience working with large datasets, such as Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) measurements, 3D tomography/inversion, seismic data processing.
  • Understanding of induced seismicity, rate- and state-dependent friction, and/or earthquake nucleation and/or source physics.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years.  Eligible candidates are those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

  • Included in 2022 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
  • Work for a premier innovative national Laboratory
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
  • Collaborative, creative, inclusive, and fun team environment

Learn more about our company, selection process, position types and security clearances by visiting our Career site . 

Security Clearance

None required.  However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process.  This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check.  (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)  For additional information, please see DOE Order 472.2 (link is external) . 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

LLNL is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing candidates and employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value and hire a diverse workforce as it is a vital component of our culture and success. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

LLNL invites you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law (link is external) and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (link is external) .

Reasonable Accommodation

At LLNL, our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory.  If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request via our online form . 

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