Fluid Mechanics Research Scientist

Schlumberger Cambridge Research Centre (SCR), Cambridge, UK
Fluid Mechanics Research Scientist

Schlumberger is the world’s leading supplier of technology, integrated project management and information solutions to customers working in the oil and gas industry worldwide. Employing approximately 113,000 people representing over 140 nationalities and working in approximately 85 countries, Schlumberger provides the industry’s widest range of products and services from exploration through production.

Job Description
We are recruiting Fluid Mechanic Research Scientists for our leadership and development program which accepts only a few of newly hired engineers or scientists each year. The purpose is to provide selected candidates pursuing careers in Research, Engineering, Manufacturing or Sustaining (REMS) the unique and fascinating opportunity to gain field operations experience prior to joining Schlumberger Cambridge Research Centre.
You will obtain practical knowledge in both environments within just a few short years after graduation. Exposure to true field operations will greatly enhance your ability to create, design and build the best technology in the industry, and upon return to the research centre you will bring with you the unique perspective of an engineer or scientist with expertise in field operations.

The program begins with a field assignment lasting between 15 to 18 months where you will be based in one of our field locations worldwide, during which time you will be trained under the same technical program as our new field engineers by a combination of classroom based training and on-the-job training. Upon successful completion of the field assignment, you will return to Schlumberger Cambridge Research Centre for a further 15 to 18 months and apply the knowledge gained in the field towards the research of the newest and most advanced technology and techniques in the industry. After the Program is completed, you may remain in research or have the opportunity to progress your career into management, marketing and sales, personnel or field operations.

Responsibilities
•    Undertake scientific research in single and multiphase fluid dynamics by designing, building and performing experiments under general supervision.
•    Support fundamental and applied research projects to develop new technologies for application in the oilfield.
•    Make independent decisions on routine issues and recommend scientific solutions to specific problems.
•    Coordinate/communicate work efforts within the organization and with external contacts as necessary.  
•    Maintain a deep understanding in your own area of scientific expertise, continually expand your breadth of technical knowledge and keep up to date with developments within your domain.  
•    Publish scientific papers, apply for patents and attend conferences.

Qualifications
•    A PhD in experimental fluid mechanics or fluid engineering.
•    Experience with advanced experimental fluid mechanics techniques.
•    An aptitude for mechanical systems is essential.  

To apply please email a detailed CV, including publication list by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button, quoting the reference FMTF in the subject line.
Closing date is 31 August 2012
                    
Schlumberger is an equal opportunities employer.