Postdoctoral position - Barrier Materials Lab, within Petroleum Engineering Program in the School of Chemical Engineering at Oklahoma State University is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead experimental studies in the rock-fluid interactions, specifically applying CT-imaging to investigate changes of geo/engineered materials in unconventional petroleum system, which includes fractured shale rock and wellbore cements. Other duties include managing laboratories and equipment, training graduate and undergraduate students, data analysis/presentation, and the preparation of manuscripts and proposals. This is a one-year, full-time research position. This position may be renewed at Oklahoma State University's discretion for up to four-year period based on available funding, college needs, performance review, and various other factors.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Formal applications must be submitted online at https://jobs.okstate.edu. Submit a single PDF file containing: (i) a one-page cover letter, (ii) a curriculum vita, (iii) a statement of research interests and goals, (iv) contact information of five references and (v) examples of relevant peer reviewed journal publications. Screening of applicants will begin as applications arrive and continue until the position is filled, contingent on available funding.

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required:

Ph.D. in Geological engineering, petroleum engineering, civil engineering or closely related field.

Competence in X-ray microscopy, image analysis, grasp of porous media phenomena related to subsurface rock/fluids interactions, and ability to use materials characterization tools such as SEM/EDS/EBSD, EPMA, XRD, AFM.

Preferred:

Ph,D, in Geological Engineering

Experience in materials science or geology preferred. Strong preference will be given to candidates with strong a publication record.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations,OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.