The Department of Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences at Rice University is seeking two highly motivated Ph.D. students to join Dr. Sahar Bakhshian’s research group starting in Fall 2025. The research focuses on computational and experimental studies of subsurface fluid flow, particularly in energy transition areas such as geologic carbon storage and energy storage.
- One position is dedicated to computational modeling of subsurface fluid flow.
- The other position focuses on microfluidic experiments for fluid dynamics research.
Qualifications Required for the Computational Position:
- Master’s degree in Geoscience, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related fields.
- Strong foundation in fluid mechanics.
- Proficiency in programming languages like C++, Python, Fortran, etc.
- Experience with computational methods such as Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM) and Finite Volume Method (FVM).
- Familiarity with computational tools like OpenFOAM, COMSOL, TOUGH, CMG, or similar for multiphase flow and reactive transport modeling.
- Knowledge of geochemical modeling software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications Required for the Experimental Position:
- Master’s degree in Geoscience, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related fields.
- Strong foundation in fluid mechanics.
- Hands-on experience in microfluidics, microfabrication, microscopy, and image analysis.
- Familiarity with geochemistry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application electronically through the graduate program’s application portal. For more
information, refer to the following link:
https://eeps.rice.edu/graduate/phd-program
Application Deadline:
🗓 January 3, 2025 (10:59 p.m. CST / 11:59 p.m. EST)
All required materials must be submitted by the deadline. Missing documents may delay consideration, so early application is strongly encouraged.
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