Postdoc for simulation of chemical processes - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Job description

In line with KTH's goal of a future sustainable society, this project focuses on the sustainable goal Clean and Affordable Energy, especially by enabling negative emissions by capturing biogenic CO2. It is an important milestone towards a climate-neutral society. The technology used for BeCCS is partly established and available. Nevertheless, it is costly and innovations are expected to accelerate the implementation of new BeCCS functions. In this project, we will simulate, optimize, construct and test a new and innovative solution for CO2 capture, i.e. removal from the exhaust gases. The innovation enables CAPEX -40% & OPEX -50% compared to the best available technology. Finally, a full cost estimate will be performed and a detailed demonstration plan will be proposed.

The work is a collaboration with Swedish industries and combines simulations and experiments. This position focuses mainly on simulations and virtual design and test on the solutions.

The technical goals are:

- To simulate with high accuracy the absorption of carbon dioxide from droplets and subsequent gas / droplet separation for a wide range of absorption and operating conditions. This tool will be validated with customized experiments performed by another researcher.

- Develop a cost estimation tool for the new device in a traditional BeCCS process and optimize layout and operating conditions. The tool will be automatic and guide design choices and technical choices incl. selection of the absorbent solution

The candidate can read more about what is included in a postdoctoral position in the Employment Regulations and on the Swedish Agency for Government Employers - postdoctoral agreement

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Works in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Help to relocate and be settled in Sweden and at KTH

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Qualifications

Requirements

A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree, obtained within the last three years prior to the application deadline (With some exceptions for special reasons such as periods of sick or parental leave, kindly indicate if such reason exists in your resume). The field of the degree should be chemical, mechanical, process or energy technology (or equivalent). 

Experience of chemical process simulations. The applicant must be able to use CFD tools, and write scripts and perform simulations in MatLab or Python. The applicant should have documented skills within prediction of flow, mass and heat transfer or thermodynamics.

Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills are a requirement as well as being able to devote oneself to the project and meet milestones.

The candidate must have a strong background in at least one of the following areas: numerical heat transfer, simulation of chemical reactors, simulation of chemical processes, simulation of thermodynamics, combustion simulations or turbulence simulations. Proficiency in English orally and in writing is required to present and publish research results. The working language will be English. 

We are looking for candidates with good research qualifications. You are a motivated person, who can work independently and plan an effective task, and also have the ability to cooperate. You have an awareness of diversity and equal treatment issues with a special focus on gender equality.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal competency

Trade union representatives

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Application

Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply to this position. You are the main responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the ad.

The application must include:

• CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge (max 2 pages long).
• Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages.
• Brief account of why you want to conduct research, your academic interests and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Max 2 pages long)
• Up to 4 publications or technical reports relevant to the position: Documents no longer than 10 pages each. For longer documents (eg dissertations), attach a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.
• Two letters of recommendation or contact information for two reference persons. We reserve the right to contact references only for selected candidates

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the employment

The position offered is for, at the most, two years.

A position as a postdoctoral fellow is a time-limited qualified appointment focusing mainly on research, intended as a first career step after a dissertation.

Others

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