Postdoctoral Position in Multiphase Flow: The Subsurface Biogeochemical Laboratory (SBLab) at Oregon State University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position focusing on multiphase flow and reactive transport in heterogeneous porous media. The selected candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research investigating how fluid interfaces, saturation dynamics, and pore-scale flow structures influence transport, mixing, and chemical reactions in subsurface environmental systems.
Postdoctoral Position in Multiphase Flow & Reactive Transport at Oregon State University, USA
The position offers flexibility to pursue either computational modeling using advanced CFD simulations or experimental microfluidic investigations, depending on the candidate’s expertise and interests. This role provides opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers, publish in high-impact journals, and present findings at international conferences.
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | Postdoctoral Researcher – Multiphase Flow & Reactive Transport |
| Organization | Oregon State University |
| Research Group | Subsurface Biogeochemical Laboratory (SBLab) |
| Location | Corvallis |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
| Duration | 1 year (renewable based on performance and funding) |
| Salary | $65,000 per year |
| Application Review Begins | May 2026 |
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Postdoctoral Fellow)
Research Area
- Multiphase flow in porous media
- Reactive transport in subsurface systems
- Pore-scale transport and mixing processes
- Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations
- Microfluidics and experimental visualization of flow processes
- Environmental and subsurface hydrology
Location
The position is based at Oregon State University, located in Corvallis.
Eligibility / Qualification
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- A PhD degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geosciences, Physics, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated expertise in multiphase flow and transport processes.
- Experience in OpenFOAM, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), or microfluidic experimental techniques.
- Strong programming, numerical modeling, and data analysis skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of scientific publications.
Job Description
The selected postdoctoral researcher will conduct advanced research on multiphase flow and reactive transport in heterogeneous porous media within the Subsurface Biogeochemical Laboratory.
Research Pathways (Candidate-Specific)
1. Computational Pathway
- Perform high-resolution 3D simulations of multiphase flow using OpenFOAM.
- Analyze saturation patterns, flow connectivity, and mixing dynamics in porous media.
- Develop and apply quantitative metrics for pore-scale flow organization and transport.
2. Experimental Pathway
- Design and conduct microfluidic experiments to visualize multiphase flow processes.
- Quantify transport and mixing dynamics in heterogeneous pore structures.
- Integrate experimental observations with theoretical or modeling frameworks.
Additional Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the SBLab research team and external collaborators.
- Publish research results in high-impact scientific journals.
- Present research at international conferences and workshops.
- Contribute to proposal development and grant writing activities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF file via email:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including contact details for three references.
- Cover letter describing research interests and how the applicant’s background aligns with the position.
- One representative peer-reviewed publication.
📧 Submit applications to: lazaro.perez@oregonstate.edu
Last Date for Apply
- Application Review Begins: May 2026
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
