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Colorado School of Mines

Post-Doctoral Fellow - Mining Engineering

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Colorado School of Mines

US · Full-time · $65,000 – $65,000

About this role

The Mining Engineering department at Colorado School of Mines seeks a Post-Doctoral Fellow for an industry-funded project developing AI systems for near real-time prediction of in-situ state of stress in subsurface. Under Dr. Sebnem Duzgun's supervision, join an interdisciplinary research group. Contribute intellectually while advancing personal research interests.

Conduct subsurface data collection and analysis using 3D modeling tools from public databases. Perform finite and distinct element modeling of underground structures and reservoirs. Curate multimodal data for AI inputs using machine learning.

Develop AI predictive models in Python or other languages. Mentor graduate and undergraduate students. Create communication and outreach materials for industry partners.

Work at top-ranked Mines, a public R1 university solving Earth, energy, and environment challenges. Faculty push fields like space resources and carbon capture. Join a diverse community enriching education and research.

Requirements

  • PhD in mining, petroleum engineering or other related disciplines in geosciences
  • Strong background and experience in numerical modeling of subsurface structures
  • Advanced user skills for software used in subsurface and reservoir modeling
  • Record of writing peer-reviewed papers and grant proposals
  • Experience collaborating with engineers from various backgrounds
  • Machine learning and AI background
  • Record of pitching and presentations in industrial and academic settings

Responsibilities

  • Collect and analyze subsurface data using 3D modeling tools through public database search
  • Perform finite and distinct element modeling of underground structures and reservoirs
  • Curate multimodal data for AI input using machine learning
  • Develop AI models in Python or other programming languages
  • Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
  • Write peer-reviewed articles
  • Develop grant proposals
  • Create and disseminate communication and outreach materials for industry partners

Benefits

  • Initial appointment up to nine months
  • Future funding contingent on performance
  • Flexible start date, preferably not later than April 1