The Faculty of Engineering, LTH, The Department of Energy Sciences

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Subject description
Modelling of flame/turbulence interaction in marine engines.

Work duties
We are looking for a self-motivated researcher in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modelling of turbulent reacting flows in marine engines. Detailed description of the work duties:

  • development of high efficiency and high accuracy turbulent combustion models for simulation of combustion of low GHG emission fuels in marine engines.
  • involvement in supervision of PhD students and Master thesis students.

Qualification requirements
Applicants must have:

  • a PhD or equivalent research qualification within the subject of the position.
  • very good oral and written proficiency in English.
  • good C++ programming skill and HPC large data experiences
  • good experiences in parallel computing and supercomputers
  • very good knowledge in CFD theory and code development, preferably familiar with OpenFoam, an Open Source CFD platform
  • strong background in spray/gas two-phase flows, chemical kinetics of complex fuels, and heat and mass transfer.

Other qualifications
Consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant’s experience and skills complement and strengthen ongoing research within the department, and how they stand to contribute to its future development.

Terms of employment
Fixed-term employment, 2 years, 100 %.

Instructions on how to apply
Applications shall be written in English. LTH uses a special qualifications portfolio to report and document qualifications – see link below. Upload the application as PDF-files in the recruitment system. Read more: http://www.lth.se/english/working-at-lth/to-apply-for-academic-positions-at-lth/

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment As soon as possible
Salary Monthly
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100
City Lund
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2021/2750
Contact
  • Xue-Song Bai, +46462224860
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, 046-222 93 64
  • SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-222 93 66
Published 01.Sep.2021
Last application date 16.Sep.2021 11:59 PM CEST

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