Postdoctoral Fellow: Quench-Protection Modelling in HTS

Moventas Wind Ltd; Turku; Hybrid; EUR 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Turku invites applications for a two-year fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on multiphysics modelling of quench protection in YBCO conductors. You will lead FEM simulations, validate models against experimental data, and collaborate with Quanscient and external partners to guide design decisions.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, strong publication track, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, engineering or computational materials science.
• Ability to conduct independent scientific research and publish.
• Teaching skills for the position.
• Strong knowledge of finite-element methods and multiphysics simulation.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead FEM and multiphysics simulation activities for quench protection.
• Parameterize and validate models using experimental data.
• Identify conductor architectures that influence quench behaviour.
• Collaborate with experimental researchers and international partners.
• Prepare high-quality publications and present results at conferences.

Skills

FEM modelling

Multiphysics

Superconductivity

Scientific writing

English fluency

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD) in physics, engineering or computational materials science

Tools

Quanscient Allsolve

Job description

University of Turku invites applications for a two-year fixed-term Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on multiphysics modelling of quench protection in YBCO conductors. You will lead FEM simulations, validate models against experimental data, and collaborate with Quanscient and external partners to guide design decisions.

The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, strong publication track, and fluency in English.