Knowledge Transfer Associate in repurposing a UK nearshore oil field for CO2 injection and storage
The Opportunity:
The post is fixed term for 30 months. This post is full-time (35 hours per week) based at CCS’s headquarters located within their team In Edinburgh, with visits to the UofE facilities as required. The post will be jointly supervised by CCS and the academic lead at UofE.
The University of Edinburgh (UofE) and Carbon Capture Scotland (CCS) have been awarded a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) to repurpose a UK nearshore oil field for the injection and storage of biogenic CO2. This innovative project will combine the academic expertise in CO2 injection and storage at UofE with the dynamic energy and enterprising spirit of CCS to accelerate Scotland’s transition to Net Zero.
We are seeking a highly talented, independent and motivated candidate for a 30-month fixed term Knowledge Transfer Associate who will undertake research on how to repurpose a small, depleted nearshore oil production field into a permanent CO2 storage facility. This will subsequently be used to permanently store biogenic CO2 and facilitate the Greenhouse Gas Removals (GGR) that Scotland requires to achieve Net-Zero.
Working jointly with UofE and CCS, you will undertake the geological and engineering feasibility studies required to apply for a ‘CO2 storage appraisal licence’ for the candidate field and nearby areas. You will also progress the regulatory, geological and engineering studies to the required maturity level to potentially allow the conversion of the ‘CO2 storage appraisal licence’ into a ‘CO2 injection permit’, paving the way for the injection of biogenic CO2 for geological storage within the candidate field. You will also make comparison with the geological features and licensing procedures of commercial CO2 storage sites in Denmark, Norway and Iceland.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Relevant MSc or postgraduate experience in geoscience including rock identification, structure, faults, with expertise in subsurface exploitation of fluids in sedimentary rocks.
- Trained or skilled in the geological interpretation of wireline logs, seismic reflection interpretation and subsurface mapping skills and knowledge or experience of drilling process and technologies
- Proven ability to problem-solve and organise logistics, with proven ability to work independently and efficiently to set deadlines.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and proven ability to work as a member of a team.
- Experience of authoring publications in the peer reviewed literature.
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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary of Grade UE07 £39,347 to £46,974 per annum.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- As a KTP Associate, you will be part of the national Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (ktp-uk.org) scheme and entitled to specialist management training and a professional development budget.
- You will also get to work with an exciting and dynamic company, leading Scotland’s decarbonisation efforts.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 15th October 2024
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Interviews will be held in early November 2024
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