PhD Fellowship in CO2 Storage: The University of Stavanger invites applications for a PhD Fellowship in CO2 enhanced oil recovery and storage at the Faculty of Science and Technology. This position offers promising researchers an opportunity to engage in academic development through a PhD program, focusing on maximizing resource utilization and storage potential related to CO2.
Designation
PhD Fellowship in CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery and Storage
PhD Fellow in CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery and Storage
Research Area
- CO2 Enhanced Oil Recovery (CO2EOR)
- CO2 Storage
- Reservoir Simulation
- Geomechanics
- Economic Assessments
- Machine Learning/Proxy Modeling
Location
University of Stavanger, Stavanger, Norway
Eligibility/Qualification
- Completed five-year master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geosciences, or Computational Engineering/Physics/Chemistry (preferably acquired recently).
- A minimum grade equivalent to a B in the master’s thesis and overall average.
- Experience with reservoir simulation or computational programming is required.
- Strong motivation and potential for research in the field.
- Proficient in English (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent).
Description
The PhD candidate will investigate CO2EOR and subsequent CO2 storage to convert hydrocarbon reservoirs into long-term carbon storage facilities. The research is modeling-based and focuses on field-scale applications relevant to the Norwegian Continental Shelf. The project will be further defined in collaboration with supervisors.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit the following documents:
- Project proposal (including objectives and methodology, max 4 pages)
- Documentation of experience with reservoir simulation and computational programming
- CV
- References and certificates
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Applications should be registered on the Jobbnorge platform.
Last Date for Apply
3rd February 2026
