We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cuttingedge research supporting the UK’s energy transition, as part of the UK Energy Futures Research Partnership, a major collaboration between leading UK universities and industry.
The post will focus on advancing research into CO Plume Geothermal (CPG) systems, an emerging lowcarbon technology that combines geothermal energy production with permanent CO storage. You will work within a dynamic and inclusive research environment, collaborating closely with academic colleagues and industry partners, including Eni S.p.A., to develop innovative modelling approaches for sustainable geoenergy systems.
This is a fixedterm Grade 6 role, starting July/August 2026, based at The University of Manchester.
You will be responsible for:
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Developing advanced thermodynamic and compositional reservoir simulations for CObased geothermal systems
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Investigating the impact of geological heterogeneity on CO flow, heat extraction and longterm storage
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Applying GPUbased modelling frameworks and machinelearningenhanced approaches to fluid flow in porous media
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Collaborating with academic and industry partners across the UK Energy Futures consortium
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Disseminating research through highquality peerreviewed publications, reports and conference presentations
We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:
Essential Criteria :
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A PhD in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. chemical engineering, fluid mechanics or reservoir engineering)
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Proven research expertise in fluid flow modelling in porous media
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Experience with advanced computational approaches, including GPUbased modelling and/or datadriven methods
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A strong publication record relevant to the project area
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Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary and international research teams
Desirable Criteria :
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Expertise in fluid flow modelling across multiple length scales
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Experience contributing to supervision of postgraduate research projects
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Experience developing or working with inhouse or industrystandard simulation tools
We value transferable skills, creativity and collaborative research practice as much as formal qualifications.
Our benefits include:
Generous employer pension contribution
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
Access to extensive professional development and industry collaboration opportunities
For more information, please see
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/connect/jobs/benefits-working-here/.
You can also find information on Flexible and Hybrid working here:
https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/people/current-staff/flexible-and-hybrid-working/.
We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of education, learning and community. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech Policy:
https://www.staffnet.manchester.ac.uk/news/display/?id=32905.
Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews
Name: Masoud Babaei
Email Address: [email protected]
General enquiries and administrative support
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Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
