Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is now considered essential for keeping global warming to 1.5°C. Direct air carbon capture and storage (DACCS) is commonly seen as among the most secure in terms of carbon storage, particularly when paired with mineralization as the chosen storage method. Nevertheless, key questions remain as to how permanent such removal methods actually are.
In this project, the research team will focus on direct air capture with carbon mineralization in basalts (DACCS-b) because of the considerable public and private interest this technology has attracted in past years. Taking an inter-disciplinary approach, the research aims to combine the study of narratives and policy analysis with state-of-the-art geological knowledge, to explore how DACCS-b can be governed to address the uncertainties and risks of non-permanent carbon storage.
Application deadline: 23rd September.
Duties
The main duties involved in a post-doctoral position is to conduct research. Teaching may also be included, but up to no more than 20% of working hours. The position includes the opportunity for three weeks of training in higher education teaching and learning. The purpose of the position is to develop the independence as a researcher and to create the opportunity of further development.
This position is inter-disciplinary in nature: it involves several subfields of geosciences (e.g. groundwater modelling, geochemistry) as well as social sciences (e.g. policy and narrative analysis, conducting interviews).
You will investigate the scientific uncertainties related to carbon mineralization in basalts and to its monitoring, by reviewing the literature and conducting interviews with expert geologists. You will put the outcomes of this investigation in perspective with current narratives, as well as regulatory standards and policies. You will contribute to the development of a serious game aimed at sharing the knowledge with a wide audience and foster constructive discussions.
The position entails travel in connection with meetings, conferences and field work, where the latter may require working outside normal office hours.
