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Research Fellow in Petrophysics, Petrology, Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and CO2 Storage University of Manchester in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Geology
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Sep 1, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Manchester

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Research Fellow in Petrophysics, Petrology, Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and CO2 Storage at the University of Manchester (Oxford Road, Manchester, UK).
This fixed-term research position is part of the LobeStore research programme, a joint industry project focused on reservoir-scale heterogeneity and mineralogical variability in deep-marine lobe successions, and how these features influence CO2 migration, pressure dissipation, reaction-front surface area, and storage site appraisal/management.
The project is led by Prof Ian Kane, Dr Lin Ma, Prof Steve Flint, and Prof David Hodgson (Leeds). The successful candidate will work with sedimentologists and stratigraphers to integrate field data from the Karoo Basin (South Africa) and other exhumed/subsurface systems, including the North Sea/NCS, to develop models of deep-marine lobe successions as fluid-flow pathways and CO2 storage containers.
Research interests and keywords include petrophysics, petrology, sedimentology, stratigraphy, reservoir characterization, pore-scale flow simulations, and carbon storage.
Eligibility: Applicants should hold a PhD (or equivalent) in geoscience. Experience in petrology and pore-scale flow simulations is desirable, along with knowledge of sedimentary processes and stratigraphic successions. The role also calls for leadership, integration of programme activities, and communication with sponsor companies.
Funding/terms: This is a salaried Research Fellow appointment, fixed term for 24 months, with a salary of £37,694 per annum. Hybrid working may be considered.
Deadline: Applications close on 2026-09-01.
How to apply: Submit an application via the University of Manchester jobs portal. Check the Further Particulars document for the full person specification before applying. Vacancy enquiries can be sent to Ian Kane at [email protected].
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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