PhD in SAF Thermochemical Modelling

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham invites applications for a PhD studentship in Sustainable aviation fuel thermochemical modelling, undertaken in partnership with Airbus. The project will explore heat transfer, thermochemistry, and modelling approaches across conditions relevant to fuel systems.

You will use computational, analytical, and potentially experimental validation to study fuel chemistry and physical properties, with opportunities for industrial data and collaborations within aerospace.

Qualifications

• High 2:1 or 1st class honours in a relevant field.
• Experience or knowledge in heat transfer is essential.
• Experience in CFD, chemistry, ML, or computational heat transfer is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake PhD research using computational, analytical, and possibly experimental validation.
• Collaborate within Airbus partnership to advance SAF modelling.

Skills

Heat transfer

Teamwork

Rigorous research

Computational methods

Education

2:1 or 1st class honours in chemical/mechanical/aerospace engineering or related degree

Job description

The University of Nottingham invites applications for a PhD studentship in Sustainable aviation fuel thermochemical modelling, undertaken in partnership with Airbus. The project will explore heat transfer, thermochemistry, and modelling approaches across conditions relevant to fuel systems.

You will use computational, analytical, and potentially experimental validation to study fuel chemistry and physical properties, with opportunities for industrial data and collaborations within aerospace.