year PhD position in applied and computational mathematics

NORCE

  • Bergen, Vestland
  • Midlertidlig
  • Fulltid
  • 13 dager siden
3-year PhD position in applied and computational mathematicsAbout NORCENORCE is a forward-looking research institute, with expertise in a wide range of fields and strong communities of knowledge. We deliver research and innovation in energy, health care, climate, the environment, society and technology.Our solutions address key challenges for society and contribute to value creation on the local, national and global levels.About NORCE Energy and Technology DepartmentOur Energy & Technology department is headquartered in Bergen, but has a significant level of activity in Stavanger, Tromsø, Haugesund, Kristiansand, Grimstad and Oslo. The department has around 250 scientific staff, organized into 16 research groups. We develop technology and solutions within a number of market areas, aiming to contribute to sustainable development.Background for the positionAt the Energy & Technology Division of NORCE Norwegian Research Centre there is a 3-year full time PhD research fellow position available within the field of modeling and simulation of CO2 storage.The position is for a fixed-term period of 3 years at NORCE starting January 2026. You will be enrolled as a PhD student at Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the University of Bergen and be affiliated with the research group Computational Geosciences and Modelling at the NORCE Energy and Technology Department in Bergen.About the positionThe position is part of the Norwegian Research Council funded centre for environmentally friendly energy research gigaCCS. gigaCCS is a Norwegian research centre dedicated to large-scale carbon capture and subsurface storage. It is led by SINTEF Energy Research and includes almost 40 partners from industry to research institutes and academia. gigaCCS was launched in the spring of 2025 and will last for 8 years. The main ambition for gigaCCS is to advance Norway’s CCS leadership and support the global implementation of CCS at giga-tonne scale by conducting targeted, interdisciplinary industry-driven research and generating innovation in a centre of excellence dedicated to fostering capacity and world-leading expertise.The successful candidate will contribute to research activities in the gigaCCS centre, and in particular its mission area «Storage» and particulary Work Package 3.1 - “Regional storage scale-up”.About the Project/Work tasksThe PhD candidate will contribute to the development of modeling and simulation capabilities for giga-scale CO₂ storage. The project will focus on regional-scale modeling and simulation of subsurface flow and geomechanics, including associated numerical and computational methods. Topics may include upscaling, numerical analysis, and the design and implementation of numerical methods within state-of-the-art open-source scientific computing frameworks. The developed methods will be tested on scenarios relevant to CO₂ storage formations in the Norwegian North Sea.Qualifications
  • Applicants must hold a master's degree or equivalent education in applied and computational mathematics, scientific computing, computational physics or computational geoscience. Master students can apply provided they complete their final master exam before January 2026. It is a condition of employment that the master's degree has been awarded.
  • A documented background in fluid dynamics, numerical modeling, and scientific programming is required.
The following areas of expertise are considered beneficial:
  • Experience in scientific computations using Python, C, C++.
  • Experience in collaborative open-source software development.
  • Fluid flow, elasticity, and/or transport in porous media.
  • Discrete element methods.
  • Multiphase fluid flow.
Personal qualities
  • Applicants must be able to work independently and in a structured manner.
  • The applicant must demonstrate good collaborative skills and thrive in a cross-disciplinary research team.
  • Applicants must be highly proficient in both written and oral English.
We can offerFor the right candidate we offer unique development opportunities and mentorship as part of your role in a strong professional environment with a track record of excellence in fluid flow and subsurface processes.How to applyYour application should be submitted electronically through the application portal and include: * A motivation letter.Two-page motivation letter with a brief account of your research interests and why you apply for the position. Discussion of previous research experience, inspiration to conduct research, and programming experience. * Names and contact information for two persons who can provide references.One of these should be the main advisor for the master's thesis or equivalent thesis. * Curriculum vitae
  • Transcripts and diplomas in Norwegian or English, showing completion of the bachelor's and master's degrees. If you have not yet completed your master's degree, please submit a statement from your institution confirming the date of your final exam and the expected date of award of your master's degree.
If applicable, following documentation should be submitted:
  • A copy of your master thesis, or a draft of the thesis in progress
  • A list of peer-reviewed papers published, in press, in review, or in progress
  • A list of scientific conference contributed papers
  • Examples of scientific communication activities including education and outreach
  • The application and appendices with certified translations into English or a Scandinavian language must be uploaded at our recruitment portal Jobbnorge.
Application deadline: September 30, 2025Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. Furthermore, one can expect that background checks can be conducted on all final candidates who may be checked against relevant lists to ensure compliance with applicable export control and sanctions rules. Candidates will be asked to provide information about affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment.Contact informationQuestions about the application process can be directed to Senior HR Adviser Bente Heggdal Martinsen bema@norceresearch.no

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