Project Associate - I position in Computational Modelling at IISc, Bengaluru

Date of posting vacancy: November10, 2024
Deadline: November 24, 2024
Duration: 1years with potential for extension
Location: Department of Materials Eng., Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, India
Job Description:
We are seeking a Project Associate I to model and simulate the Rotary Kiln sponge iron (DRI) making process. 
This role is a unique opportunity to:
•	Develop advanced heat and mass transfer for the reduction of iron ore and combustion of coal involving 
packed beds.
•	Innovate in CFD modelling for gas flow through packed beds.
•	Dive deeper into interaction among the various phases.
•	Mentor and guide the next generation of postgraduate students.
Who We’re Looking For:
•	A Ph.D. holder in Chemical, Metallurgy, Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Physics, or related fields.
•	Proficiency in OpenFOAM and LIGGGHTS open source software and in programming languages such as 
C/C++ and Python.
•	Expertise in modelling multiphase flows including DEM.
Desirable Skills:
•	An academic spirit, eager to explore and publish.
•	Experience in parallel computing and developing graphical user interface for scientific codes would be 
advantageous.
 
Other information:
 
The consolidated salary for Project Associate I will be Indian Rupees (INR) 72,000.00 per month. The 
appointment would be for 1 year. This position may be extended further for the right candidate and depending 
upon the availability of fund. We offer a vibrant, collaborative environment at India’s premier research 
institute. Interested candidates are requested to send their recent CV, any two published paper/s and contact 
details of two references to: govindg-at-iisc-dot-ac-dot-in, Phone +91-80-22933240, by November 24, 
2024.