Vibrant research environment and state-of-the-art facilities
High profile faculty members/research supervisors
All selected candidates will receive a fellowship of Rs. 36,000/ per month for 
the first two years and Rs. 41,000/per month from the third year
Tuition fees waiver and generous Professional Development Grant (PDG) for 
research activities, conferences/workshop/seminar attendance, travel expenses 
etc.,
Subsidised boarding & lodging/transport facility
Support for international journal publications and patent filing
MoUs with reputed foreign universities for student exchange programme
Several research projects/programs sponsored by DST, DST-FIST, DST-NSM, SERB, 
DBT, DBT-Welcome Trust, UGC-DAE, ARBL, Titan Industries and several others
Eligibility & Admission Procedure

Eligibility & Selection Criteria 

The candidate should possess at least 60% marks in aggregate or its equivalents 
grade in master’s degree level. The admission is based on a written entrance 
examination (4 times a year, Jan, April, Aug and Nov.) followed by an interview.

Applicants who have qualified national wide examinations, UGC-NET (including 
JRF)/joint UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF)/ICAR (ASRB)-NET/ICMR JRF/DBT-JRF/NBHM 
are exempted from entrance examination and will appear directly to the 
discussion meeting for PhD enrolment. The national fellowship holders and 
potential DBT INSPIRE applicants are welcome to contact the faculties of their 
research interest.

University Fellowship
Selected PhD students will receive a fellowship of Rs. 36000/- per month. The 
University will also financially support participation in national/international 
conferences.

Hostel & accommodation

Students will be provided boarding and accommodation at a highly subsidised 
rate.

Fees

One-time registration fee: INR 10,000/-
Tuition fee: INR 40,000 per annum [completely waived as part of the scholarship]
Thesis evaluation fee: INR 10,000/ [at the time of thesis submission]

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position: Transient Moving Body Simulation CFD Capabilities with Overset Mesh

Project Title: "Transient Moving Body Simulation CFD Capabilities with Overset Mesh in an Unstructured Grid Framework"

This project, funded by the Space Science Promotion – 2792, Respond Scheme, ISRO, aims to develop an overset grid algorithm within an existing in-house or open-source CFD code. The goal is to enable accurate simulations of moving bodies in complex geometries, with real-world applications in aerospace and other engineering domains.

Position Details

• Role: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
• Duration: 1 year (extendable based on performance)
• Fellowship/Salary: ₹37,000 per month + 10% HRA (as per GoI norms)
• Location: IIT Patna, with possible travel to Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), ISRO, Thiruvananthapuram during later stages of the project for algorithm implementation.

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications:

• B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer Science, or related fields with a minimum CPI of 6.5 or 60% marks.
• Must have qualified through GATE/NET or a national-level examination conducted by central government institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DRDO, ISRO, IITs, etc.
• Candidates from Centrally Funded Technical Institutes (CFTIs) with a CGPA > 8.0 (out of 10) are exempt from the GATE requirement.

Age Limit:

• Max. 28 years for candidates with B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc. as their highest qualification.
• Max. 32 years for candidates with M.E./M.Tech/MS as their highest qualification.
• Relaxation as per GoI norms for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Persons with Disabilities (PD).

Preferred Expertise:

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Aerospace applications
• Code development in C/C++
• Numerical methods for fluid dynamics

Selected candidates will also have the opportunity to apply for the Ph.D. program at IIT Patna through the institute's standard admission process.

For application procedure and additional details, please contact: [Add contact information here]

The Computational Physics & Data Science Research Group at the Hangzhou 
International Campus, Beihang University invites applications for postdoctoral 
positions on Compressible Turbulence Research.

Position Details:
Duration: Full-time for two years
Salary: 320,000 – 400,000 RMB per year based on the candidate’s expertise
Number of Position: 2 Positions
Teaching Duties: None

Desired profile
1. You have defended your Ph. D thesis less than 3 years from the date of this 
job offer.
2. Ph.D in Aerodynamics, Fluid Mechanics etc.
3. Publish at least two articles about “Compressible Turbulence” in 
international authoritative journals as the first or corresponding author.
4. Proficient in developing code frameworks for high-fidelity simulation and 
post-processing analysis of compressible turbulence.

What we offer at Hangzhou International Innovation Institute, Beihang 
University:
1. A friendly, international and equitable work environment.
2. A complementary health insurance scheme offering excellent health care 
coverage in addition to social security.
3. Flexible working hours and arrangements.

How to apply?
Please send your CV and cover letter to zhengqinmin@buaa.edu.cn
(1) Cover letter describing your interest and suitability for the post;
(2) Full CV that includes the list of publications.

My personal website:
https://shi.buaa.edu.cn/zhengqinmin/en/index.htm
https://shi.buaa.edu.cn/zhengqinmin/en/yjgk/210761/list/index.htm
or
https://scholar.google.com.hk/citations?hl=zh-
CN&user=WjkkfhQAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate

Qinmin Zheng
2025/03/24

University website:
https://h3i.buaa.edu.cn/

The Computational Physics & Data Science Research Group at the Hangzhou 
International Campus, Beihang University invites applications for postdoctoral 
positions on Inverse Problems in Fluid Mechanics.

Position Details:
Duration: Full-time for two years
Salary: 320,000 – 400,000 RMB per year based on the candidate’s expertise
Number of Position: 2 Positions
Teaching Duties: None

Desired profile
1. You have defended your Ph. D thesis less than 3 years from the date of this 
job offer.
2. Ph.D in Applied Mathematics, Aerodynamics, Fluid Mechanics etc.
3. Publish at least two articles about “Inverse Problems in Fluid Mechanics” 
in international authoritative journals as the first or corresponding author.
4. Proficient in developing code frameworks for inverse problems, which can be 
based on deep learning methods or traditional mathematical methods.

What we offer at Hangzhou International Innovation Institute, Beihang 
University:
1. A friendly, international and equitable work environment.
2. A complementary health insurance scheme offering excellent health care 
coverage in addition to social security.
3. Flexible working hours and arrangements.

How to apply?
Please send your CV and cover letter to zhengqinmin@buaa.edu.cn
(1) Cover letter describing your interest and suitability for the post;
(2) Full CV that includes the list of publications.

My personal website:
https://shi.buaa.edu.cn/zhengqinmin/en/index.htm
https://shi.buaa.edu.cn/zhengqinmin/en/yjgk/210761/list/index.htm
or
https://scholar.google.com.hk/citations?hl=zh-
CN&user=WjkkfhQAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdate

Qinmin Zheng
2025/03/24

University website:
https://h3i.buaa.edu.cn/

The Department of Mechanics and Maritime Science at Chalmers University is offering a doctoral position on the fluid-mechanics of sea-ice.

Sea-ice behavior affects heat and mass exchange between the atmosphere and the ocean in polar regions, playing an important role in global climate and ocean ecosystems. The project investigates the fluid mechanics that govern the microscopic heat and mass transport phenomena of sea ice and brine dynamics during melting and growing.

The successful candidate will contribute to generate new knowledge regarding the role that sea-ice plays on world climate and oceans. The project is funded by the Swedish Reserach Council (VR)

How to apply and more information:

https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=13814&rmlang=UK

Project overview:

Within this project you will use pore-scale direct numerical simulations (based on the lattice-Boltzmann method) to enable the precise quantification of the onset/end of brine convection trespassing the sea-ice microstructure to the underlying ocean.

The  PhD position also includes teaching courses within Chalmers' undergraduate level corresponding to up to 20 percent of the working hours

Information about the division and the department
The position will be open at the Fluid Dynamic division of Mechanical and Maritime Science department.  The research at the Division covers turbulent flow (both compressible and incompressible), multiphase flows, aero-acoustics and turbomachines. Our tools include both computations and experiments. The research covers a wide range of topics. In some research projects the smallest turbulent scales are studied whereas in others the function of a complete gas turbine is analyzed and modelled. The Division of Fluid Dynamics is part of Chalmers Sustainable Transport Initiative, Chalmers eScience Initiative and Chalmers Energy Initiative.

Main responsibilities

*   Research via state of the art computational tools
*   Writing scientific articles
*   Involved in scientifically excellent environment and initiatives
*   Participating and presenting at international conferences
*   Generate new scientific knowledge

Qualifications

To qualify as a PhD student, you must have a master's level degree corresponding to at least 240 higher education credits in a relevant field.

*    Msc in Mechanical Eng., Hydraulic/Civil Engineering, Chemical Eng., Physics, Math, Eng., Aeronautics or any corresponding Msc.
*   Knowledge of fluid mechanics.
*   Experience with programming.

The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. If Swedish is not your native language, Chalmers offers Swedish courses.

Contract terms

Full-time temporary employment. The position is limited to a maximum of five years.

What we offer:

Chalmers provides a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg. 
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence. Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Official application website:

https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rmjob=13814&rmlang=UK

The UK Government has been funding the Advanced Fuel Cycle Programme (AFCP) on recycle which is supporting a strategy of closing the nuclear fuel cycle in the UK and is supporting the design and build of a new reprocessing plant ready for the 2040’s. Two aspects need to be investigated to achieve this: the process and its underpinning chemistry (covered by AFCP), as well the technology used to implement the process at commercial scale. AFCP is investigating centrifugal contactors (CC), but another technology option is the Gravity Mixer Settler (GMXS) which is a versatile Liquid-Liquid Extraction (LLE) technology that is used throughout the world in existing reprocessing plants.

LLE processes are widely used to extract pure metals and molecules in the hydro-metallurgical, pharmaceutical and nuclear reprocessing industries. There are currently three main classes of LLE technology deployed: mixer settlers (MXS), centrifugal contactors (CC) and pulse extraction columns (PEC). All three have been used in the nuclear industry. MXSs can be engineered for a range of applications and are easy to operate, but currently their principal disadvantage is a large physical footprint (high cost) and long residence time (solvent degradation). CCs were designed to alleviate the disadvantages of MSs by providing reduced hold-up, smaller residence times and low footprint, and as a result, have been the main focus of R&D for use in the next generation of nuclear facilities. However, they remain unproven for commercial scale applications.
Full description

MXSs are very complex and difficult to design as performance is a function of many variables. In industry, design of MSs is done using parametric models built up from experimental scale-up and operating experience. Whilst this approach results in robust, working equipment, the lack of phenomenological understanding means that the designs are almost certainly far from optimum. What the UK needs is a strong theoretical understanding of how MXSs operate which could radically improve performance and so lower capital cost. A single discipline approach will not be able to fill the gaps in our understanding to allow an optimised design to be developed. A multidiscipline approach is required:

    Experimental investigation of the effect of operating and geometric conditions on dispersion, a key driver for effective mass transfer.
    In-silico investigation of the factors that performance to understand hydrodynamic behaviour in the MXS and link to mass transfer.
    Multi-objective optimisation, based on a high quality and comprehensive database, to find a design that delivers better performance at a lower cost.

This project brings together a multidisciplined team of experts to tackle the problem of MXS design and optimisation so that the UK nuclear industry can have a reliable, economic and efficient technology option for any future reprocessing plant. The impact of the project will help to shape the future of clean energy and nuclear technologies, and contributing to the UK’s climate goals. You will have access to unique training and networking opportunities, for example the benefits of joining the programme such as developing expertise in the nuclear technology, advanced materials, AI, and sustainability through world-class training. You will engage with stakeholders in the nuclear sector, opening doors to high-profile careers in academia, government, and industry.

CDT information

This project is part of the Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in SATURN (Skills And Training Underpinning a Renaissance in Nuclear). It is led from the University of Manchester and includes leading nuclear research universities in the North of England and Scottland (University of Leeds, University of Sheffield, Lancaster University, University of Liverpool, University of Strathclyde). We aim to deliver the next generation of nuclear researchers to help the UK achieve its Net Zero targets and beyond, in a collegial cohort environment. The CDT will also include technical training in the nuclear fuel cycle to ensure all candidates are familiar with the nuclear sector, and specialist research skills training.

SATURN_Nuclear_CDT,
e.g. http://www.saturn-nuclear-cdt.manchester.ac.uk/

How to apply

Formal applications for research degree study should be made online through the University's website. Please state clearly in the Planned Course of Study section that you are applying for EPSRC CDT SATURN – Nuclear Science and Engineering, in the research information section that the research degree you wish to be considered for is MADEMOISELLE – Multi-Disciplinary Design Optimisation of Mixer Settler for Liquid-Liquid  Extraction as well as Dr Zinedine Khatir as your proposed supervisor and in the finance section, please state clearly that the funding source you are applying for is EPSRC CDT SATURN.


Applications will be considered after the closing date.  Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the supervisors for an informal discussion before making a formal application.  We also advise that you apply at the earliest opportunity as the application and selection process may close early, should we receive a sufficient number of applications or that a suitable candidate is appointed.

Please note that you must provide the following documents in support of your application by the closing date of Friday 11 April 2025:

    Full Transcripts of all degree study or if in final year of study, full transcripts to date
    Personal Statement outlining your interest in the project
    CV

Entry requirements

Candidates will have, or be due to obtain, a Master’s Degree or equivalent from a reputable university in an appropriate field of Engineering. Exceptional candidates with a First Class Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field will also be considered. Applicants are advised to check with the relevant School prior to making an application.
English language requirements

The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study is an IELTS of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid. Some schools and faculties have a higher requirement.
Funding on offer

A highly competitive EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Skills And Training Underpinning a Renaissance in Nuclear (SATURN) studentship, offering the award of full academic fees, together with a tax-free maintenance grant of £20,780 per year for 4 years.  Training and support will also be provided.

This opportunity is open to UK applicants only. All candidates will be placed into the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in SATURN Studentship Competition and selection is based on academic merit.

Please refer to the UKCISA website for information regarding Fee Status for Non-UK Nationals.
Contact details

For further information about this project, please contact Dr Zinedine Khatir by email to Z.Khatir@leeds.ac.uk

For further information about your application, please contact Doctoral College Admissions by email to phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk

For further information about the CDT SATURN programme, please contact the CDT SATURN Programme Team by email to saturn@manchester.ac.uk or Dr Timothy Hunter (Programme Director) by email to t.n.hunter@leeds.ac.uk

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics is now recruiting to this fantastic PhD opportunity in partnership with Atos Medical Ltd.


As a student on the CDT, you will participate in a four year programme that combines an integrated MSc (completed over the first two years) paired with a three year PhD-level research programme. This gives you a combination of bespoke taught modules and inter-disciplinary research training.


You will be part of a supportive cohort of research students with different academic backgrounds, all focusing on different aspects of Fluid Dynamics. During the taught aspects of your course you will receive a range of tailored seminars, lectures and practical laboratories to cover the computational, experimental and analytical aspects of Fluid Dynamics. This provides you with a strong background to the fundamentals of Fluid Dynamics. In addition, you will have access to a wide range of personal development activities.
Full description


Please visit the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics website to find out more about the programme, e.g. https://fluid-dynamics.leeds.ac.uk/

The PhD project: Gas flow Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the upper airway and Computational Fluid Dynamic modelling of airflow during Above Cuff Vocalisation

Above Cuff Vocalisation (ACV) involves the external application of an airflow (oxygen or medical air) via the subglottic port of a tracheostomy tube. This airflow exits above the inflated tracheostomy cuff, or balloon, and passes through the larynx (voice box) providing the potential for patients to be able to vocalise.

There is a lack of evidence or guidance for the specific airflow application. Furthermore, healthcare professionals have raised concerns about the application of high flow rates or application during swallowing, when there is nowhere for the air to escape. The primary research objective for this project is to provide clinical guidance for safe and effective airflow delivery during ACV with different tracheostomy tube designs and sizes.

This project will entail using gas flow MRI imaging of healthy individuals and patients with a tracheostomy to develop and validate a CFD model of the airway. The model will then be used to evaluate the fluid dynamics of ACV under different conditions to provide specific clinical guidelines for ACV airflow application.

Outcomes will provide specific information relating to the safety of ACV use, which has already been demonstrated to be of clinical benefit for patients with a tracheostomy. The complex fluid sciences-based multidisciplinary nature of the project will lead to safer procedure and practice towards patient-specific medical guidance.

Project aims:

Currently the clinical application of above cuff vocalization (ACV) varies widely. Complications and adverse events do occur with ACV and clinicians have requested more guidance to improve ACV safety.

The primary research objective is to provide clinical guidance for safe and effective airflow delivery during ACV with different tracheostomy tube designs and sizes with these specific aims:

    Gas flow MRI imaging and 1H MRI upper airway anatomy pilot study with CFD validation in six healthy individuals and two patients with a tracheostomy to: i) provide trachea dimensions; ii) explore airflow in healthy individuals; and iii) explore airflow during ACV in patients with a tracheostomy
    Develop CFD models of the healthy human trachea and subglottic space using the MRI data
    Develop CFD models of a human trachea and subglottic space with a tracheostomy tube in situ using the MRI data
    Use the developed models to: i) evaluate the fluid dynamics of ACV with different airflow rates and, ii) compare continuous versus intermittent airflow delivery when delivered in different tracheostomy tube designs and sizes. i.e., A parametric/CFD-based optimisation framework is implemented inferring various conditions.


Various CFD models will be built based on specific data collected directly from patients and healthy participants. CFD offers a low-cost and less invasive approach to provide clear and reliable guidance for clinicians on how to apply ACV safely and effectively. This newly developed guidance will be immediately implementable into clinical practice and will provide specific advice for different tracheostomy tube brands and designs. Specifically, CFD simulations of a range of tracheostomy tube designs and sizes will provide specific airflow parameter guidance for individual tracheostomy tubes to support clinicians to provide ACV safely and effectively.


The student will have a strong interest in CFD or a related field, or an MEng/MSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or other mathematical disciplines, are highly sought after. Experience with OpenFOAM for solving engineering flow problems is essential, though training will be provided. Similarly, mesh reconstruction from MRI to CFD model building will be essential and training will be provided accordingly. Additionally, proficiency in computational engineering and programming techniques, particularly in C++ and Matlab/Scilab, is required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, are crucial for effective interaction with a diverse range of stakeholders. Proficiency in the English language is a must.

How to apply

All student are recruited to the CDT via two options:

1) Recruitment to industry specific research areas (closing date: 11 April 2025), or

2) Research project chosen in semester 2 rather than at recruitment stage (closing date: 11 April 2025).

To apply online, please complete a formal application for Integrated PhD study

https://studentservices.leeds.ac.uk/pls/banprod/bwskalog_uol.P_DispLoginNon

    Select ‘Research Postgraduate’ for type of form.
    Please select ‘EPSRC CDT Fluid Dynamics’ as the course.
    Start date: 1 October 2025 (Please note: induction activities will take place towards the end of September).
    If you are applying for a specific project, please add the title of CDT Fluid Dynamics in the Finance Section and the name of the project in the Research Area section of your application form. If you are applying for the programme, please add the title of CDT Fluid Dynamics in both the Finance section and Research Area section of the application form. 
    Please include a completed Fluid Dynamics CDT Personal Statement. Personal Statement Proforma (found in the ‘how to apply’ section) – A Research Proposal is not required.
    Please include a CV
    Please include all transcripts and certificates for your degree(s).
    After you submit your PhD application on-line you may get a message requesting you to send hard copies of your degree transcripts and references in sealed envelopes. Please ignore this. We do not require hard copies of your degree documents at the application stage, we only require these when you arrive in Leeds to register for your programme.
    References are requested by the Admissions team on your behalf if you are shortlisted for interview. Your referees are emailed a Faculty Reference Form to complete and return by email. If your referees want to provide their reference on headed paper an emailed scan is sufficient for our purpose.

Entry requirements

Applicants to research degree programmes should normally have at least a first class or an upper second class British Bachelors Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline. The criteria for entry for some research degrees may be higher, for example, several faculties, also require a Masters degree. Applicants are advised to check with the relevant School prior to making an application. Applicants who are uncertain about the requirements for a particular research degree are advised to contact the School or Graduate School prior to making an application.
English language requirements

The minimum English language entry requirement for research postgraduate research study is an IELTS of 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, listening and speaking) or equivalent. The test must be dated within two years of the start date of the course in order to be valid. Some schools and faculties have a higher requirement.
Funding on offer

A highly competitive EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics studentship in collaboration with Atos Medical Ltd, providing full academic fees, together with a tax-free maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate of £20,780 per year for 4 years.  Training and support will also be provided.

This opportunity is open to all applicants, with a very small number of awards for Non-UK nationals. All candidates will be placed into the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics Studentship Competition and selection is based on academic merit.

Important: Please note that that the award does not cover 
the costs associated with moving to the UK.  All such costs 
(visa, Immigration Health Surcharge, flights etc) would have to be met by yourself, or you will need to find an alternative funding source. 

Please refer to the UKCISA website for information regarding Fee Status for
 Non-UK Nationals.
Contact details

If you have any questions directly relating to the project, 
please contact Dr Zinedine Khatir by email to Z.Khatir@leeds.ac.uk

If you require any further information on the research area, please
 contact the CDT Programme Support Team by email to 
fluid-dynamics@leeds.ac.uk or call us on +44 (0)113 343 5449

For further information on how to apply, please contact 
PGR Admissions by email to phd@engineering.leeds.ac.uk

Open PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) for Multiphase Flow, Fluid-Solid Interaction, and Composite Materials Modeling at Sabancı University

The Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences (FENS) at Sabancı University, Istanbul, Turkey, invites applications for PhD and Postdoctoral Researcher positions in the field of Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) with applications to multiphase flows, fluid-solid interaction, and composite materials modeling. The positions are part of an interdisciplinary research initiative aiming to advance computational modeling techniques for complex engineering and scientific applications.

Research Focus Areas

• Development and improvement of SPH methods for multiphase flow dynamics

• Fluid-solid interaction (FSI) modeling using SPH for engineering applications

• Numerical modeling of composite materials under dynamic and extreme conditions

• High-performance computing (HPC) applications of SPH for large-scale simulations

• Validation of SPH models with experimental and industrial case studies

PhD Positions

Eligibility Criteria:

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computational Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field

• Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, numerical methods, and computational modeling

• Experience with SPH, finite element (FEM), or other mesh-free numerical methods is highly desirable

• Experience in Python, C++, MATLAB for scientific computing, and parallel programming with CUDA

Responsibilities:

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in SPH for multiphase and FSI problems

• Develop and test new SPH models for complex fluid and composite materials behavior

• Collaborate with industry partners for real-world applications

• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences

Funding & Benefits:

• Full tuition waiver and competitive stipend

• Access to high-performance computing resources and state-of-the-art research facilities

• Opportunities for international research collaborations and industrial projects

Postdoctoral Researcher Positions

Eligibility Criteria:

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or a related discipline

• Research experience in SPH, FSI, or multiphase flow simulations

• A strong publication record in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and particle-based methods

• Proficiency in C++, Python, OpenFOAM, or other CFD/SPH tools, parallel programming with CUDA

• Ability to lead research projects and mentor graduate students

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement advanced SPH models for multiphase flow and fluid-solid interaction

• Improve numerical stability and accuracy of SPH for composite material simulations

• Apply SPH techniques to engineering and industrial applications

• Write research proposals and collaborate with national and international research partners

Funding & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and research support

• Access to state-of-the-art computational and experimental facilities

• Collaboration with leading research groups and industrial partners

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter describing research interests and motivation

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications

3. Contact information for at least two references

4. For PhD applicants: Academic transcripts

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

How to Apply: Send your application via email to [mehmet.yildiz@sabanciuniv.edu], with the subject line “PhD/Postdoc Application – SPH Modeling at Sabancı University.”

Open PhD and Postdoctoral Positions in Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) for Multiphase Flow, Fluid-Solid Interaction, and Composite Materials Modeling at Sabancı University

The Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences (FENS) at Sabancı University, Istanbul, Turkey, invites applications for PhD and Postdoctoral Researcher positions in the field of Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) with applications to multiphase flows, fluid-solid interaction, and composite materials modeling. The positions are part of an interdisciplinary research initiative aiming to advance computational modeling techniques for complex engineering and scientific applications.

Research Focus Areas

• Development and improvement of SPH methods for multiphase flow dynamics

• Fluid-solid interaction (FSI) modeling using SPH for engineering applications

• Numerical modeling of composite materials under dynamic and extreme conditions

• High-performance computing (HPC) applications of SPH for large-scale simulations

• Validation of SPH models with experimental and industrial case studies

PhD Positions

Eligibility Criteria:

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computational Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field

• Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, solid mechanics, numerical methods, and computational modeling

• Experience with SPH, finite element (FEM), or other mesh-free numerical methods is highly desirable

• Experience in Python, C++, MATLAB for scientific computing, and parallel programming with CUDA

Responsibilities:

• Conduct fundamental and applied research in SPH for multiphase and FSI problems

• Develop and test new SPH models for complex fluid and composite materials behavior

• Collaborate with industry partners for real-world applications

• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences

Funding & Benefits:

• Full tuition waiver and competitive stipend

• Access to high-performance computing resources and state-of-the-art research facilities

• Opportunities for international research collaborations and industrial projects

Postdoctoral Researcher Positions

Eligibility Criteria:

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computational Science, or a related discipline

• Research experience in SPH, FSI, or multiphase flow simulations

• A strong publication record in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and particle-based methods

• Proficiency in C++, Python, OpenFOAM, or other CFD/SPH tools, parallel programming with CUDA

• Ability to lead research projects and mentor graduate students

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement advanced SPH models for multiphase flow and fluid-solid interaction

• Improve numerical stability and accuracy of SPH for composite material simulations

• Apply SPH techniques to engineering and industrial applications

• Write research proposals and collaborate with national and international research partners

Funding & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and research support

• Access to state-of-the-art computational and experimental facilities

• Collaboration with leading research groups and industrial partners

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter describing research interests and motivation

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV) including a list of publications

3. Contact information for at least two references

4. For PhD applicants: Academic transcripts

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.

How to Apply: Send your application via email to [mehmet.yildiz@sabanciuniv.edu], with the subject line “PhD/Postdoc Application – SPH Modeling at Sabancı University.”