TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES FOUR FULLY FUNDED PETROLEUM ENGINEERING PHD SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2027
Texas Tech University in the United States is offering four fully funded PhD Research Assistantships in Petroleum Engineering for Spring 2027 through its Bob L. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering.
The opportunity is designed for qualified candidates interested in advanced energy research, particularly Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS).
Successful candidates are expected to receive tuition support and a living stipend, alongside access to advanced research facilities. The programme will involve laboratory experiments, computer simulations and reservoir-scale modelling, with potential opportunities to collaborate with industry experts and national laboratories.
Application deadline: January 11, 2027.
Scholarship Overview
- Host institution: Texas Tech University
- Department: Bob L. Herd Department of Petroleum Engineering
- Study level: Doctoral degree (PhD)
- Location: United States
- Number of positions: Four
- Programme period: Spring 2027
- Funding: Fully funded research assistantships
- Application deadline: January 11, 2027
Key Research Areas
Selected researchers will have the opportunity to work on research projects in areas including:
- Reactive transport in porous and fractured media.
- Multiphase flow in conventional and unconventional reservoirs.
- Geochemistry of subsurface fluid-rock interactions.
- CO₂ mineralisation for enhanced oil recovery and geological carbon storage.
- Enhanced geothermal systems and innovative energy solutions.
The research combines fundamental scientific investigation with practical applications to energy production, carbon storage and subsurface engineering.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
- A strong academic background in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, geochemistry or a related discipline.
- An interest in enhanced oil recovery, multiphase flow, reactive transport modelling and CO₂-rock interactions.
- A willingness to contribute to scientific research and practical energy-related challenges.
- Relevant academic qualifications that satisfy the university's formal PhD admission requirements.
A master's degree is preferred. However, applicants should confirm the specific academic requirements and admission conditions with the recruiting research group before applying.
Scholarship Benefits
The four successful candidates are expected to receive the following benefits:
1. Tuition support
Financial support towards university tuition fees.
2. Living stipend
Financial assistance to help cover living expenses during the research programme.
3. Advanced research facilities
Access to high-pressure and high-temperature laboratory equipment and computational resources.
4. Interdisciplinary research opportunities
The opportunity to participate in research spanning enhanced oil recovery and geothermal energy.
5. Professional collaboration
Potential opportunities to collaborate with industry partners and national laboratories.
Note: The exact stipend amount, funding duration and specific funding conditions have not been provided in the announcement. Applicants should seek confirmation before accepting an offer.
Required Application Documents
Interested candidates should prepare the following documents:
- Cover letter.
- Academic transcripts.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Research outputs, including publications or other relevant research work, where available.
Applicants should review the application instructions carefully to determine whether additional documents are required.
How to Apply for the Texas Tech University PhD Scholarship
Interested and qualified candidates should follow these steps:
- Prepare the required application documents.
- Complete the application form provided by the recruiting researcher.
- Submit the required documents through the application link.
- Follow any additional instructions concerning interviews and formal admission to Texas Tech University.
Application Link
Interested applicants can access the application form through the link below:
Apply for the Texas Tech University Petroleum Engineering PhD Assistantships
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the January 11, 2027 deadline and confirm all eligibility and funding details with the recruiting research group.