Scientist Jobs in Renens

Basic Function :

Provides technical investigations into and innovations for the characterization of tight rock, such as shales and caprock. Perform applied research on experimental rock mechanics related to the coupling between reservoir rock mechanical properties, flow properties and related processes.

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Carries out original investigations relating to technical problems outside the scope of available literature.
• Perform analysis of laboratory testing results and develop innovative laboratory methods to accurately estimate reservoir mechanical properties and its coupling with the reservoir flow properties for tight, very low permeability porous media (such as shale or CapRock).
• Conduct research and maintain awareness of novel developments in the area of experimental rock mechanics related to unconventional reservoir characterization and development.
• Research topics to include interactions of CO2 with shale or CapRock and effect on geomechanical and transport properties.
• Conduct core sample characterization, preparation and analysis for rock mechanics lab testing.
• Apply research results to unconventional reservoirs and tight rocks by working with proponents on the operation side and identify new research needs to support the operation by analyzing field data including geological, petrophysical, completion and production data.
• Undertake applied research or specific problems leading to new reservoir characterization and development technologies.
• Interface with external institution(s) for outsourced analyses and collaborative research as appropriate. Work with commercial vendors for acquisition, support and upgrades of related equipment used in the research.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports on results of R&D activities that address technical issues for the unconventional reservoirs under development by Saudi Aramco.
• Represent ASC at outside technical meetings or conferences.
• Prepare and make presentations to management, for the company and government agencies, if warranted, illustrating research problems, results and conclusions.
• Publish research results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Maintains and updates his / her working knowledge of applicable state-of- the-art laboratory instrumentation.
• Provide and manage a safe, accident-free laboratory environment. Follow all company safety rules in performing job duties.
• Lead collaborative research with other R&D areas of the company, e.g., analytical chemistry, process engineering, applications, etc. for increased intellectual property opportunities and future business advancement of ASC or Saudi Aramco. Publish in relevant journals and present in conferences.
• Serves as a project leader or participates in major investigative projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience :

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