Inside Higher Ed
Assistant Professor - Energy Science and Engineering (Geothermal and/or Hydrogen
Inside Higher Ed, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Overview The Department of Energy Science and Engineering (ESE) at Stanford University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level. We seek exceptional candidates with a strong commitment to research and teaching in the broad area of sustainable subsurface energy systems, with a particular emphasis on geothermal energy or subsurface hydrogen production and storage.
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Research Focus We are interested in candidates who use theoretical, numerical and/or experimental research to address fundamental and applied problems in geothermal energy and hydrogen in the subsurface. Potential areas include, but are not limited to: Geothermal Energy: Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), superhot rock (SHR), and advanced geothermal concepts Subsurface fluid flow, heat transfer, and rock mechanics in geothermal reservoirs Advanced drilling and completion technologies for geothermal wells Geophysical and geochemical characterization of geothermal systems Modeling, simulation, and optimization of underground geothermal processes Hybrid geothermal systems and integrated energy solutions Hydrogen: Underground hydrogen detection and production (e.g., serpentinization, radiolysis, pyrolysis) Hydrogen retention and loss mechanisms in the subsurface Subsurface hydrogen storage (e.g., in depleted reservoirs, salt caverns) Assessment and verification of hydrogen storage Modeling, simulation, and optimization of underground hydrogen processes Hybrid geological hydrogen and geothermal systems Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program, contribute to the teaching mission of the department at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and advise Ph.D. students. Stanford offers an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary collaboration across departments and institutes. Qualifications Applicants must possess a Ph.D. by the time of appointment, in a relevant field such as Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, or a closely related discipline. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of research excellence and a strong potential for developing innovative research and teaching programs. Application Materials
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications Research Statement (maximum 3 pages) outlining research interests, accomplishments, and future plans Teaching Statement (maximum 1 page) describing teaching philosophy and experience Names and contact information for three references Application Deadline Applications should be submitted online. The deadline to submit your application is October 31, 2025, 11:00pm PST. Late applications will not be accepted. Equal Opportunity Stanford University values faculty who foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.
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Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Research Focus We are interested in candidates who use theoretical, numerical and/or experimental research to address fundamental and applied problems in geothermal energy and hydrogen in the subsurface. Potential areas include, but are not limited to: Geothermal Energy: Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS), superhot rock (SHR), and advanced geothermal concepts Subsurface fluid flow, heat transfer, and rock mechanics in geothermal reservoirs Advanced drilling and completion technologies for geothermal wells Geophysical and geochemical characterization of geothermal systems Modeling, simulation, and optimization of underground geothermal processes Hybrid geothermal systems and integrated energy solutions Hydrogen: Underground hydrogen detection and production (e.g., serpentinization, radiolysis, pyrolysis) Hydrogen retention and loss mechanisms in the subsurface Subsurface hydrogen storage (e.g., in depleted reservoirs, salt caverns) Assessment and verification of hydrogen storage Modeling, simulation, and optimization of underground hydrogen processes Hybrid geological hydrogen and geothermal systems Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to develop an internationally recognized, externally funded research program, contribute to the teaching mission of the department at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and advise Ph.D. students. Stanford offers an exceptional environment for interdisciplinary collaboration across departments and institutes. Qualifications Applicants must possess a Ph.D. by the time of appointment, in a relevant field such as Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, or a closely related discipline. We seek candidates with a demonstrated record of research excellence and a strong potential for developing innovative research and teaching programs. Application Materials
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications Research Statement (maximum 3 pages) outlining research interests, accomplishments, and future plans Teaching Statement (maximum 1 page) describing teaching philosophy and experience Names and contact information for three references Application Deadline Applications should be submitted online. The deadline to submit your application is October 31, 2025, 11:00pm PST. Late applications will not be accepted. Equal Opportunity Stanford University values faculty who foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact disability.access@stanford.edu.
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