Postdoctoral Scholar

Louisiana State University • Goodwell, OK

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About The Position

The Postdoctoral Scholar will conduct research on gas lift valve performance and artificial lift systems for the Valve Performance Clearinghouse (VPC), a joint industry consortium that funds an ongoing gas lift valve testing program for member companies. The position includes planning and conducting valve performance tests, serving as the main technical contact for VPC member companies and valve vendors, and processing, analyzing, and reporting test data. The scholar will also conduct broader research, write journal and conference papers, and help prepare research proposals. The work includes hands-on laboratory and field testing at high-pressure flow testing facilities. Laboratory safety procedures and required personal protective equipment must be followed.

The position also provides training and professional development. Applicants must provide a CV or resume, contact information for three references, and copies of transcripts. A satisfactory pre-employment background check and RS-17 background check are required. Original transcripts are required before hire; candidates whose highest degree is from an international institution must submit a credential evaluation report before hire. Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

Requirements

• PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Geosciences, or a closely related field.
• Zero years of related experience and coursework in the discipline or specialty area are required.
• Hands-on experimental experience, including expertise in experimental fluid flow research, laboratory testing and instrumentation, and engineering data analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to write technical reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Must follow laboratory safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.
• Must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must provide a CV or resume, contact information for three references, and copies of transcripts; original transcripts are required before hire.
• Must pass satisfactory pre-employment and RS-17 background checks.
• If the highest degree is from an international institution, a credential evaluation report must be submitted before hire.

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Geosciences, or a closely related field, with 1–2 years of post-PhD experience.
• Demonstrated research record in artificial lift, especially gas lift, or flow through valves, orifices, and chokes.
• Experience with high-pressure flow testing and data acquisition systems.
• Experience working with industry sponsors or joint industry consortia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run gas lift valve performance tests for the VPC consortium, including test design, test setup and instrumentation, test execution, and compliance with laboratory safety procedures.
• Process, analyze, and report test data; prepare test reports and deliverables for VPC member companies on schedule.
• Serve as the main technical contact for VPC member companies and valve vendors; coordinate testing requests and present results at consortium meetings.
• Conduct general research in gas lift and artificial lift.
• Write journal and conference papers.
• Help prepare research proposals to expand the research program.
• Participate in training and professional development.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options
• Various leave options
• Paid holidays
• Wellness benefits
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree