Experimental Characterization of Microbial Corrosion in Pipelines (MIC-1)

This PhD project is focused on experimentally understanding the formation and evolution of Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) in oil and gas infrastructure and pipelines. This project is part of a larger Genome Canada initiative entitled “Managing Microbial Corrosion in Canadian Offshore & Onshore Oil Production Operations”. This is a 4 year project fully funded by the Canadian Government (federal and provincial levels), and has researchers and industry participating from Canada, US and Europe. We are looking for individuals who have a background in corrosion science, electro-chemistry, materials engineering and/or microbiology. Experience with corrosion lab testing and/or biofilm microbiology would be a definite asset. Start date is January 2018 (or earlier if you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident). This is a fully funded position with an annual stipend of $24,000 CAD per year.

If you are interested in applying for this position or require further information, please send your CV to Dr. John Wolodko at [Email Address Removed] . Please quote “MIC-1 Position” in the subject header of the email.

The position will be filled as soon as an appropriate candidate is found, and applications will be accepted until September 25, 2017 for international students, and October 15, 2017 for Canadian citizens/permanent residents.

Keywords: Corrosion, Microbes, Biofilms