Senior Researcher in Drilling Related Geophysics and Geomechanics

Department of Civil Engineering at Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Section of Geotechnics and Geology is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in the field of Drilling related geophysics and geomechanics. The research includes theoretical and experimental investigations of subsurface stress fields and rock properties w.r.t. well planning and wellbore stability. The position also involves teaching obligations.

Responsibilities and tasks
The candidate will participate in scientific research projects together with industrial and academic partners in the field of drilling related geophysics and geomechanics.
It is expected that the candidate will be very active in applying for future research funding, participate in conferences and publish project results. The candidate must be able to contribute to the teaching portfolio of the department as well.

• The candidate will participate in ongoing research projects to Determine subsurface stress fields in the Central North Sea.
• Evaluate the risk of rock failure in relation to drilling and production.
• Advanced 4-D geomechanical modelling.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a PhD degree or equivalent and relevant academic and industrial
experience.

Further qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience in subsurface stress field prediction.
• Knowledge of relevant geophysical disciplines.
• Knowledge of drilling operations, well planning and post-well evaluation.
• Knowledge of risk assessment.
• Excellent English and communication skills.

Assessment
In the assessment of the candidates consideration will be given to:

• Research impact and experience, funding track record, and research vision
• Experience and quality of teaching
• Societal impact
• Documented innovation activities, including commercialization and collaboration with industry
• International impact and experience
• Leadership potential and collaboration
• Communication skills

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and an academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed with the relevant union. You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Section Ida Lykke Fabricius, +45 4525 2162.
You can read more about the department at www.byg.dtu.dk

Application procedure:
Please submit your online application no later than 31 December 2017.
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