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Job description
In line with KTH objective of a future sustainable society, this efforts target the sustainable goal Clean and Affordable Energy, specifically by enabling the transformation of the energy system. In detials, this project aims at increasing the energy efficiency in industry by finding how to design a new class of material with exceptional heat-transfer properties. In most thermal processes, “Pitch” denotes the temperature difference between the hot (cold) source and the hottest (coldest) point in the process. In fact, large Pitch implies low thermal efficiency.
The objective is to create a material enabling efficient heat-transfer minimizing pitch. To that end we will use CFD simulations of flow and heat-transfer in candidate heat-transfer geometries. These geometries are Triple-Periodic Minimum Surface models. The post-doc will develop geometries, create numerical mesh, run heat-transfer and conjugate heat-transfer simulations, analyze and report results. Given the large number of cases of interest, part of the workflow will be automatized.
The work is a collaboration with Swedish industries and combines simulations and experiments. The experiments will mostly be done by the industry partners. However, the post-doc will have the opportunity to participate to the measurements and the subsequent data-analysis.
Generic material structures will be investigated using laboratory scale experiments and simulations in order to optimize the heat-transfer capabilities and identify the key parameters for design. Larger scale experiments will be conducted in order to validate the simulations and test the performance of the new material.
What we offer
Qualifications
Applicants must hold or be about to receive a doctoral degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Process or Energy engineering (or equivalent), preferably with focus on using CFD tools to predict flow and heat-transfer. The doctoral degree must have been obtained within the last three years from the application deadline (some exceptions for special grounds, for instance sick leave and parental leave). The candidate should have a strong background in at least one of the following areas: numerical heat-transfer, computational fluid dynamics, simulation of thermodynamics, combustion simulations, or turbulence simulations
We are looking for candidates with strong research record. Well-developed analytical and problem solving skills are a requirement as well as being able to take ownership of the project and meet milestones. A strongly motivated person, who is able to work independently and plan efficiently task will fit perfectly the role. Good command of English orally and in writing is required to present and publish research results.
Requirements
Great emphasis will be placed on personal competence and suitability.
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Type of employment | Temporary position |
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Contract type | Full time |
First day of employment | Fall 2019 |
Salary | Monthly salary |
Number of positions | 1 |
Full-time equivalent | 100% |
City | Stockholm |
County | Stockholms län |
Country | Sweden |
Reference number | S-2019-1198 |
Contact |
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Published | 03.Jul.2019 |
Last application date | 20.Aug.2019 11:59 PM CEST |