Post-Doctoral Fellow, Petroleum Engineering

Engineering a world of possibilities

Colorado School of Mines invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow position.

This position will lead work on a high-profile DOE-ARPA-E funded project for porous materials design and structure optimization, focusing on Multiphysics modeling of heterogeneous porous materials.

Candidates should have strong programming skills in Python, particularly with TensorFlow and PyTorch, and know how to use open-source multiphysics packages and have strong expertise in machine learning.

The position will be at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colorado. The successful candidate will be offered a one-year full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow position, with the possibility of an extension for another year. The ideal start date will be January 6, 2025.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead independent research activities in collaboration with faculty advisor
• Participate in group meetings
• Submit minimum of 2 research papers each year
• Conduct preliminary reviews of student research products: proposals, defense presentations, thesis, technical papers
• Assist graduate students in submitting their work for publication, as appropriate
• Present findings at regional and national conferences

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Civil or Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical or Petroleum Engineering
• Experience in multiphysics modeling of materials using OpenFOAM
• Proficiency in Python (TensorFlow and PyTorch for ML)
• Proficiency in programming using C++

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Today, we are the No. 38 public university in the nation, recognized for our innovation and undergraduate teaching in science, technology engineering and math (U.S. News and World Report, 2023).

Ranked among the world’s best Petroleum Engineering programs, Colorado School of Mines is the university of choice for those interested in learning more about this vital energy industry and advancing their careers. Mine’s Petroleum Engineering is ranked 2 in undergraduate level and ranked 3 in Graduate program by US News.

https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-engineering-schools/petroleum-engineering-rankings

https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/rankings/engineering-doctorate-petroleum?_sort=rank&_sortDirection=asc

Mines graduates are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. Since our earliest days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there for talented STEM students of all backgrounds.

At the same time, Mines faculty members are pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines is classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie, a notable feat for any university but particularly one of our sizes.

Equal Opportunity

Mine’s commitment to nondiscrimination, affirmative action, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures, programs and activities and in its efforts to achieve a diverse student body and workforce.

Through its policies, procedures and resources, Mines complies with federal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executive orders and other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequity or concerns for safety.

Annual Rate
$60,000.00

*This position may potentially qualify for a hybrid work schedule which can be discussed post-hire depending on research needs.

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

In addition to the amazing benefits mentioned below, Mines continues to show its dedication to its employees by offering an 11% employee contribution through our Mines Defined Contribution Plan and an incredible 12% employer contribution with immediate 100% vesting for our faculty positions! Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:

• Flexible health and dental care options
• Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year – including a week-long winter break
• for entire campus.
• Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
• Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
• Free RTD Ecopass

All Mines employees also have access to discount programs through the State of Colorado and free tickets for Mines Athletics home games, as well as access to the state-of-the-art Recreation Center (fitness classes and training, swimming pool and more) and equipment rentals through the Outdoor Rec Center.
We are proud to have recently opened an on-campus daycare center. For more details about benefits at Mines, visit mines.edu/human-resources/benefits.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. This posting will close once a candidate pool is selected.

All applications must include:

• A cover letter no more than 2 pages in length outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
• Current curriculum vitae
• Research statement

References will not be collected or contacted until later in the selection process and the candidate will be informed before that contact is made.

Contact Dorie Gelber, Human Resources, at dorie.gelber@mines.edu with any questions about this opportunity.

Background Investigation Required Prior to Start
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