Develop multiscale geomechanical tools and workflows for basin-scale screening for CCS locations.
Enable prediction of pre-injection stress conditions and geomechanical properties of potential CO2 storage sites.
Quantify the impacts of historical injection and extraction activities on poro-thermo-mechanical properties of CO2 reservoirs.
Understand the impact of fault rock properties on the likelihood of fault reactivation during CO2 injection.
Constrain the effects of CO2-water-rock interactions on the geomechanical integrity of reservoirs and seals.
Requirements
A completed or nearly completed PhD in structural geology, geomechanics, tectonics or geophysics.
An established record of scientific achievements in structural geology, geomechanics, tectonics or geophysics, including publications in international peer-reviewed journals.
Demonstrated knowledge and outstanding interdisciplinary research skills related to shallow crustal deformation and geomechanics.
Fluency in written and spoken English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a diverse research team.
Strong potential to secure nationally competitive grants for research initiatives.
Benefits
Salary packaging options available.
High-quality professional development programs and activities.
Access to an on-campus health clinic, gym, and other fitness facilities.
Notes
The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Closing: 14-Oct-2024
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Job Summary
Dates
Opening Date: 20-Aug-2024
Closing Date: 14-Oct-2024
Location
Adelaide, South Australia, 5005 Australia
Salary
(Level A) $98,574- $105,611 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation
Responsibilities
Develop multiscale geomechanical tools and workflows for basin-scale screening for CCS locations.
Enable prediction of pre-injection stress conditions and geomechanical properties of potential CO2 storage sites.
Quantify the impact of historical injection and extraction activities on poro-thermo-mechanical properties of target CO2.
Understand the impact of fault rock properties on fault reactivation during CO2 injection.
Constrain the effects of CO2-water-rock interactions on the geomechanical integrity of reservoirs and seals.
Requirements
A completed or nearly completed PhD in structural geology, geomechanics, tectonics or geophysics.
An established record of scientific achievements in structural geology, geomechanics, tectonics or geophysics, including publications in international peer reviewed journals.
Demonstrated knowledge and outstanding interdisciplinary research skills related to shallow crustal deformation and geomechanics.
Fluency in written and spoken English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work as both an independent researcher and as a member of a diverse research team.
Strong potential to secure nationally competitive grants for research initiatives.
Benefits
Salary packaging
High-quality professional development programs and activities
On-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.
Notes
The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.