Postdoc Position on Simulation of Enhanced Geothermal Systems with Particle-Based Models (f_m_x)

17 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Helmholtz-Zentrum Potsdam - Deutsches GeoForschungsZentrum GFZ

Research Field

Geosciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Germany

Application Deadline

10 Mar 2024 - 22:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Other

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Area of research:

Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Job description:The Helmholtz Centre Potsdam – GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences is the national centre for geosphere research. As a member of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres we are part of the largest scientific organization in Germany. With approximately 1,500 employees our key mission is to secure a profound understanding of the systems and processes of solid Earth, to develop strategies and options for action in addressing global change and its impacts on a regional level, to understand natural hazards and to minimize associated risks, to ensure the sustainable provision of energy and raw materials for a high-tech society and to evaluate the influence of human activity on system Earth. For the BMBF funded project SMART-EGS (Synthesis of numerical Modelling Approaches for Reservoir Treatments in Enhanced Geothermal Systems) in Section 4.8 “Geoenergy” we invite applications of motivated candidates for a:

Reference Number 9042

SMART-EGS will contribute to the development of a robust workflow for such problems, based on two basic concepts: an upscaling approach and the parallel comparative use of three different numerical concepts. The simulations are based on real measured data on which the models are first calibrated and then validated. The implementation of the workflow ultimately aims to provide predictions for the development of a multi-fracture system for petrothermal exploitation of the subsurface. The data base for SMART-EGS comes from a multi-frac experiment at the Bedretto underground laboratory, the additional experimental studies planned there, and from the ST 1 deep heat project in Finland at field scale. As a result of the method development, concepts for at least one real pilot site for petrothermal utilisation of the subsurface will be developed. 

As Postdoc, you will support this project by performing the particle-based simulations of hydraulic stimulation treatments using the commercial simulator Particle Flow Code and comparing the results to the other modelling approaches. 

Your responsibilities:

• Development and calibration of particle based EGS model
• Model verification at field scale
• Model application to pilot project
• Risk analysis for pilot site
• Comparison of modelling approaches
• Publication of research results in scientific journals and project reports
• Presentation of the work at scientific conferences and project meetings

Your qualifications:

• PhD degree in reservoir/petroleum engineering, applied geosciences, geology, environmental sciences, geophysics, physics, mathematics or similar 
• Experience in particle-based simulation (e.g., Particle Flow Code)
• Background knowledge in the topic of Enhanced Geothermal Systems
• Proficiency in spoken and written English; German language skills are useful, but no requirement
• High motivation and creativity as well as a result-oriented, structured and reliable working attitude
• Willingness and ability to work in diverse, interdisciplinary and international teams
• Excellent communication skills

Start date: As soon as possible
Fixed-term: 2 years
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 13 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Full-time (currently 39 h/week); The position is generally suitable for part-time work.
Place of work: Potsdam

What we offer:

• Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Public service benefits
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional career advice offered by our in-house Career-Centre 
• Flexible working hours and conditions
• Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
• Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
• Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus

Have we piqued your interest?

If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 10th March 2024. Please use our online application form only.

Diversity and equal opportunities are integral components of our human resources policy. The GFZ actively promotes diversity and explicitly welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of ethnic and social origin, nationality, gender, sexual orientation and identity, religion/belief, age and physical characteristics. Anyone who has been recognized as severely disabled, will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification in accordance with the provisions of the German Social Code IX. If you have any questions, please contact our representative for the severely disabled at sbv[at]gfz-potsdam.de, who will be happy to assist you in the further application process. In case of further queries regarding gender equality, please do not hesitate to contact our Equal Opportunities Officer at gba[at]gfz-potsdam.de.

Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of conducting the selection procedure on the basis of Art. 6 para. 1 b, Art. 88 GDPR in conjunction with Art. 26 of the Data Protection Act for the State of Brandenburg. After completion of the procedure, application documents will be deleted in compliance with data protection regulations.

In case of any further queries relating to the field of activity, please contact Prof. Dr. Hannes Hofmann via email at [email protected] you have any general questions about the application process, please contact our recruiting team at our phone number +49 (0) 331-6264-28787.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

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Additional Information

Website for additional job details

https://gfz-potsdam.concludis.de/prj/shw/bfe6caa90f31d889bd773c2eabe70679_0/904…

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Helmholtz-Zentrum Potsdam - Deutsches GeoForschungsZentrum GFZ

Country

Germany

City

Potsdam

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Website

https://gfz-potsdam.concludis.de/prj/shw/bfe6caa90f31d889bd773c2eabe70679_0/904…

Contact

City

Potsdam

Website

https://www.gfz-potsdam.de/en

Street

Telegrafenberg

Postal Code

14473

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+49 331 288-0

Fax

+49 331 288-1600

STATUS: EXPIRED