Date Posted: 12/19/2024
Req ID: 41172
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Department of Earth Sciences
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Description: The Department of Earth Sciences at the University of Toronto invites applications for a Research Associate (Limited Term) for a 14-month appointment.
The anticipated start date is April 2025.
The position will be in the Exploration Geophysics research group, led by Professor Andrei Swidinsky.
The project involves the development of machine learning tools for carbon capture & storage, focusing on reinforcement learning coupled with reactive transport flow modelling and geophysical simulation to optimize carbon mineralization processes.
The successful applicant will independently carry out research projects, including formulating problems, developing machine learning algorithms, identifying/compiling/working with carbon mineralization data from industrial partners, and writing reports, papers, and proposals.
Responsibilities will include: Designing, planning, and executing research projects.Interfacing with a carbon mineralization industry partner.Working with multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional teams.Coordinating with other project leaders, PIs, and collaborators.Data analysis and reporting.Ability to work with and train students and trainees.Effective communication in English and assistance in preparation of scientific manuscripts.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Experience: Minimum of 3 years of postdoctoral experience in geophysics, carbon capture & storage, or related energy transition problems.2 years experience working with reinforcement learning and stochastic optimal control methods.Demonstrated experience with carbon capture & storage technologies.Demonstrated experience in multiphase fluid flow modelling and geophysical monitoring simulations for geological carbon storage problems.Demonstrated experience in grant writing and fundraising, publishing, attending conferences & presenting results, and project management.Strong computational skills are required, particularly for flow modelling and geophysical simulation via high-performance computing (HPC).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated experience in publishing, attending conferences, and presenting results, project management, and working with industry would be a strong asset.Previous experience in reactive transport flow modelling for carbon mineralization storage studies would be a major benefit.Closing Date: 01/24/2025, 11:59 PM ET
Employee Group: Research Associate
Appointment Type: Grant - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: R01 -- Research Associates (Limited Term): $52,574 - $98,576
Job Category: Research Administration & Teaching
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
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