LocationDuisburgApplication areaFaculty of Engineering, Turbomachinery2 Research Assistant (PdD) positions Two Phase Flow at the Chair of Turbomachinery (f/m/d, No EG 13 TV-LThe Chair of Turbomachinery at the UDE is a competent partner for application-oriented research and development in the field of turbomachinery throughout Europe. Our focus is on compressors, pumps, turbines and expanders. Experimental and numerical methods are used in the four main research areas of Phase Transition of Fluids in Flows, Turbomachines for Alternative Fluids and Circuits, Fluid Dynamics and Structural Dynamics of Machine Components and Optimization of Flow Paths. A key competence is the development of numerical methods for calculating the 2D and 3D flow of real and two-phase flows, as well as the measurement of the flow in stationary and rotating systems.Start of employment Duration of employment3 yearsWorking time39 h 50 min (part-time employment is possible)Your main tasksDevelopment and application of numerical methods for two-phase flows of real gases in turbomachineryImplementation, validation and continuous optimisation of these methods in existing simulation toolsWriting and submitting research articles to scientific journals and presenting the results at international conferencesProcessing and acquisition of research projects and supervision of Bachelor's and Master's thesesYour profileA master's degree in engineering covering the topics thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and turbomachinery is requiredApplicants should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in aspects of turbomachinery and their role in the modern worldAn independent, proactive and creative way of working and the ability to present results at international meetings and conferences are requiredStrong interest in doing a doctorateWe offer youA research-intensive environment with a great deal of creative freedomA respectful and open-minded working environmentComprehensive support for your doctorate and access to a wide range of training opportunitiesSignificant flexibility will be given to the successful candidate to develop the doctorateFamily friendliness through childcare and counselling for your care responsibilitiesA wide range of further and advanced training programs, individual induction trainingExcellent public transport connections and free parking on siteAttractive sports and health programsThe possibility of partial mobile workingApplication deadline Code number454-25ApplicationApplications for this position should be submitted to s.-, referring to job number Please address questions regarding the position, your tasks, etc., to Dr.-Ing. Sebastian Schuster, Faculty of Engineering, Telephone, E-Mail s.-Information about the jobInformation about the faculty and Chair of Turbomachinery can be found at: Open mindedWe are a young, innovative university located in the heart of the Ruhr metropolis. We pride ourselves in outstanding research and teaching, think in terms of opportunities rather than limitations and develop ideas with a view to the future. Diversity is an integral part of our culture as we promote potential and are committed to upholding genuine equity in education.Learn moreUniversity of Duisburg-Essen pursues the goal of promoting the diversity of its members.In accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act, women with the same qualifications are given preferential consideration.Applications from suitable disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of § 2 para. 3 SGB IX are desired.By applying for one of the advertised positions, you expressly agree to the requirements in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and to being contacted by mail. Further information on data protection can be found here.Back