Ph.D. in geomechanics - Research Affiliate Program

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Duties

The Fox Creek area in west-central Alberta is characterized by induced seismicity. While many studies that have been carried out in recent years suggest that the induced seismicity in this area is generated by hydraulic fracturing, there remain unsolved questions about 1) identifying geologic structures (faults, fracture zones) that could have been reactivated during hydraulic fracturing operations and 2) quantifying critical formation pressure increase and associated horizontal stresses changes that could induce fault shear slip. This Ph.D. research project will incorporate methodologies of structural interpretation of seismic reflection data, coupled reservoir geomechanical modeling, fault transmissivity and mechanical instability analysis carried out in Petrel-Visage-Eclipse and Techlog software package. The modeling results will be validated by available microseismic data and well production history.

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Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter in 1,000 words (maximum)

Contact information for 2 references.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Master in geomechanics or petroleum engineering

Degree equivalency

Experience in geomechanical modeling.
Experience in seismic interpretation.
Experience in well log petrophysical analysis.

Knowledge of the Petrel software for reservoir modeling.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Experience with the Techlog software package for petrophysics.
Experience with borehole image log analysis.
Experience in core testing and analysis of mechanical properties of rocks.
Experience with geostatistical software such as WinGSLIB and SGeMS.

Knowledge of computer programming, such as Matlab and Python script writing.
Knowledge in mathematical probability.
Knowledge in deep learning and neural network log modeling.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

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An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Candidates from outside the public service may be required to pay for travel and relocation costs associated with this selection process.

Successful completion of both a RAP work assignment and your educational program may lead to a temporary or permanent federal public service position for which you meet the merit criteria and conditions of employment.

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Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

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