PhD Position – Theory of Multiphase Flow in Porous Media
📍 Location: Trondheim, Norway (NTNU – Department of Physics & PoreLab)
📅 Application Deadline: June 20, 2025 (23:59 CET)
🔗 NTNU Physics Department | PoreLab | ERC AGIPORE Project
About the Position
We invite applications for a fully funded 3-year PhD position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), located in Trondheim. The research is part of the ERC Advanced Grant project AGIPORE, focusing on developing a fundamental statistical mechanics theory of immiscible multiphase flow in porous media. The project aims to derive emergent continuum-scale variables and connect them to measurable laboratory quantities, advancing understanding in physics, fluid mechanics, and porous media science.
You will work closely with Professor Alex Hansen at PoreLab, a Norwegian Center of Excellence, combining theory, simulations, and experiments.
Research Focus
Theoretical development of effective equations for multiphase flow at continuum scales
Exploration of emergent variables like information entropy and temperature-like quantities in flow systems
Bridging pore-scale physics with continuum-scale observations
Requirements
Master’s degree in Physics or equivalent (completed before August 2025)
Strong academic record (grade B or better on NTNU scale)
Excellent programming skills and knowledge of statistical physics
Good English communication skills (oral and written)
Recommended: background in fluid dynamics
Motivation for interdisciplinary, independent research
We Offer
Full funding for 3 years with competitive salary (~NOK 536,200 per annum)
Career guidance and an inclusive, stimulating research environment
Opportunities to publish and participate in international conferences
Work at one of Norway’s leading research centers in physics and porous media
Application Materials
CV, academic transcripts, and diplomas (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
Copy or draft of Master’s thesis
Motivation letter (max 400 words)
Reference contacts (3)
Documentation of relevant qualifications (including diploma supplement or NOKUT statement if applicable)
Contact & Further Info
Supervisor: Prof. Alex Hansen (Email ID)
HR contact: Magnus Gautvik (Email ID)
For full details and to apply, visit: Jobbnorge.no – NTNU PhD Position