PhD position - Experimental study of fluid-structure interactions in hydraulic machines 1 — EPFL
NewCHF 60'500 - 91'500
EPFL · Lausanne (VD)
- Location
- Lausanne
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
SalaryCHF 60'500 - 91'500
Role overview
Mission
A PhD position is available in the Technology Platform for Hydraulic Machines at EPFL, Switzerland.
Since 1969, PTMH (ptmh.epfl.ch) is a centre of scientific excellence in research and development of hydraulic machines, specializing in performance validation, hydrodynamics, cavitation, hydro-acoustics, and advanced measurement techniques.
- Mission
- A PhD position is available in the Technology Platform for Hydraulic Machines at EPFL, Switzerland.
- Main duties and responsibilities As a PhD student, you will be expected to:
- Perform original research in the field of hydraulic machinery and experimental fluid dynamics.
Main responsibilities
- Main duties and responsibilities As a PhD student, you will be expected to:
- Perform original research in the field of hydraulic machinery and experimental fluid dynamics.
- Develop and operate laboratory test rigs and measurement systems.
- Lead and contribute to publications in scientific journals.
- Contribute to general lab activities (including teaching assistance and co-supervision of student projects) Profile
- We seek candidates who are deeply motivated to engage in cutting-edge research, demonstrating both collaborative teamwork and independent initiative, and hold:
- A MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Energy or closely related disciplines with excellent records.
- Strong interest in hydraulic turbomachines and experimental fluid mechanics.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Application process
- This is a separate application process that you can start in parallel.
- We suggest that you apply to the Doctoral Program in Mechanics (EDME) or the Doctoral Program in Energy (EDEY).
- If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Dr.
Contacts
- Elena Vagnoni ([email protected]).
Company and context
- Enthusiasm, scientific curiosity, eager to learn, good organizational skills, rigor in experimental work. We offer
- A fully funded PhD position to perform state-of-the-art research in one of the most dynamic scientific institutions in Europe.
- Experimental and modelling experience that will give you a comprehensive research portfolio.
- Competitive salary and excellent educational conditions (https://www.epfl.ch/education/phd/doctoral-studies-structure/doctoral-students-salary/).
- Term of employment: 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable for 4 years. Informations
- Interested applicants should upload the following documents: CV Motivation statement Grades from bachelor and master studies
- Screening will start immediately and will continue until a suitable candidate has been found.
- To be eligible for a PhD at EPFL, note that candidates also need to be enrolled in one of the EPFL doctoral school programs.
Additional details
- Main duties and responsibilities As a PhD student, you will be expected to:
- Contribute to general lab activities (including teaching assistance and co-supervision of student projects)
- Enthusiasm, scientific curiosity, eager to learn, good organizational skills, rigor in experimental work.
- Term of employment: 1-year fixed-term contract (CDD), renewable for 4 years.
- Interested applicants should upload the following documents: Motivation statement Grades from bachelor and master studies
Notes and original content
- Main duties and responsibilities
- As a PhD student, you will be expected to:
- Informations
- Interested applicants should upload the following documents:
- Motivation statement
- Grades from bachelor and master studies
