PhD student in fluid mechanics in the field of hydropower
Luleå, Sverige
Type of Employment Part-time
Job position PhD student
Work model On location
Application due date 22 November 2024
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Luleå University of Technology is growing rapidly with world-leading expertise in several research areas. We shape the future through innovative education and groundbreaking research results, and based on the Arctic region, we create global social benefits. Our scientific and artistic research and education are conducted in close collaboration with international, national and regional companies, public actors and leading universities. Luleå University of Technology has a total turnover of SEK 2 billion per year. We are currently 1,500 employees and have 17,900 students. In the coming years, billions of kronor will be invested in Norrbotten and Västerbotten in major projects aimed at a more sustainable society nationally as well as globally. Luleå University of Technology is involved in several of these highly topical research projects and the social transformation that follows. We have a wide range of programs to match the skills that are in demand. We hope you will help us build the sustainable businesses and societies of the future. The Division of Fluid and Experimental Mechanics at the Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics conducts research and teaching in hydropower. Through the John Field laboratory, the department has access to excellent measurement equipment and extensive resources for fluid dynamics calculations. We now offer a PhD position in fluid mechanics with application in hydraulic turbines. Subject description Fluid mechanics includes flow in porous materials, multiphase flow and rheology linked to industrial manufacturing methods, flow optimization and flow design for power engineering applications, and magnetohydrodynamics Project description The introduction of intermittent renewable energy means that hydroelectric turbines are increasingly running at lower loads than they are designed for. Such running patterns give rise to unfavorable flow phenomena, resulting in large and undesirable pressure pulsations in the turbines. The project aims to further understand such flow phenomena and propose automated measures to reduce them, thus enabling a more efficient use of hydropower turbines when operating at low loads. The project will be mainly experimental. Depending on the results, measurements at different sites in Sweden may be carried out. Work tasks A PhD position involves theoretical, experimental and possibly numerical work. The PhD student is trained in scientific work in the form of publication of scientific articles in journals and at national and international conferences. A doctoral student also takes compulsory and optional doctoral courses. In addition, you may have the opportunity to try out the role of a teacher. Qualifications Applicants should have 300 credits in engineering physics, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, energy engineering or equivalent of which 60 credits are at advanced level. Applicants should also have a good knowledge of English both spoken and written. Experience in model testing and verification is an advantage. See also;General syllabi for doctoral studies in Fluid Mechanics Further information Employment as a doctoral student is limited to 4 years, teaching and other departmental duties can be added up to 20% of full time. For questions regarding the project, you are welcome to contact Professor Michel Cervantes, 0920-49 3014, e-mail, Michel.Cervantes@ltu.se For questions about the Division of Fluid and Experimental Mechanics, please contact Professor Staffan Lundström, 0920-49 2392, e-mail, Staffan.lundstrom@ltu.se Trade union representatives: SACO-S Diana Chroneer, 0920-49 2037, diana.chroneer@ltu.se OFR-S Lars Frisk, 0920-49 1792, lars.frisk@ltu.se How to apply We prefer that you apply for the position via the application button below where you attach a cover letter, CV/resume and copies of verified diplomas. Please mark your application with the reference number below. Applications and diplomas must be written in Swedish or English. Reference number: 4163-2024 Deadline for applications: November 22, 2024