POSITION SUMMARY

Professor Amadeu Sum leads the Phases to Flow Laboratory in the Chemical & Biological Engineering Department at the Colorado School of Mines and is seeking a post-doctoral research fellow to work on industry sponsored projects related to gas hydrates and flow assurance. The successful candidate is expected to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment with other members of the group and effectively interface with external partners.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct experimental research using high pressure equipment for the characterization of gas hydrates formation and transportability.
• Work on design and construction of custom equipment for high pressure measurements.
• Write reports and peer-review publications.
• Prepare and present update material related to research progress.
• Serve as mentor to graduate and undergraduate students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• PhD. In Chemical Engineering or related field. All PhD requirements should be
  completed by the time work commences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous research experience in one or more areas of gas hydrates and flow assurance.
• Experience with gas hydrate formation and characterization using high pressure equipment and modeling of multiphase equilibrium and flow.

PERIOD AND COMPENSATION

This position has a start date no later than August 2022 for a period of one year with possible renewal for one additional year. Salary is based on qualifications. Full benefits are provided.

APPLICATION:

Send a letter and CV to Prof. Amadeu Sum at asum@mines.edu.