Area: Acoustic emissions detection of a small-scale fluid injection field experiment
Duration: Two years
Start date: August 1, 2021 or earlier
Salary: 55,000 $CAD per year, plus Alberta Blue Cross Plan C Health Insurance benefits
The Department of Geoscience in the Faculty of Science at the University of Calgary is accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in in-situ acoustic emission field studies.
Job Description:
A postdoctoral researcher with AE experience in a laboratory and/or field setting is being sought for a 2-year appointment at the University of Calgary.
In situ acoustic emission (AE) field studies will be undertaken in a quarry environment to characterize dilatancy and microfracturing (mm to cm scale) induced by small-scale fluid injection into a naturally fractured and stratified siltstone rock. AEs are indicative of weakening of the rock prior to the formation of macroscopic fractures and will be measured continuously over several days in shallow (20m) fluid-filled boreholes. This work will be carried out in conjunction with other passive measurements using optical fibres, with the overall aim of characterizing the geomechanical behaviour of the fractured rock mass.
Qualifications:
The applicant must have a PhD* in geophysics, geotechnical engineering or closely related discipline;
Previous experience in processing and interpretation of AE data is required;
Strong record of publishing peer-reviewed research;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
The applicant must be capable of working in a self-directed manner within a team environment.
- Please review the Postdoc Eligibility Guidelines for more information prior to applying for this position.
Application details:
Please submit your application online using the ‘Apply Now’ button on or before June 15 at 11:59 pm MDT.
All applications must include:
cover letter including date of availability, suitability and motivation for the role;
statement of research interests;
current curriculum vitae (CV) (2 pages)
official or unofficial copies of diplomas / university certificates; and
contact information including email addresses for three (3) references to support the application.
Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2021and will continue until a suitable applicant is found. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Visit https://science.ucalgary.ca/geoscience/research to learn more about the Department of Geoscience.
Additional Information
To learn more about postdoctoral scholar opportunities at the University of Calgary and all we have to offer, view our Postdoc Careers website. For more information about the Faculty of Science visit Careers in the Faculty of Science.
About the University of Calgary
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