PhD: Multiscale Modelling of Sorption-Enhanced CO2 Reactors

Delft; Delft; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

TU Delft invites applications for a four-year PhD position in Multiscale Modelling of Sorption-Enhanced CO2 Hydrogenation Reactors, within the CO2URAGE programme. You will develop 3D models to predict hydrodynamics and heat/mass transfer in reactors heated electrically, collaborating with TU Delft, TNO and industry partners.

Requirements: MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Applied Physics; proven experience with reactor modelling and multiphase CFD; strong analytical mindset;

Qualifications

• MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Applied Physics.
• Knowledge and proven experience with reactor modeling and multiphase CFD simulations.
• Critical and inquisitive attitude; formulate new research questions.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently; good communication skills; fluent English; willing to learn Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models to predict hydrodynamics and heat/mass transfer in reactors.
• Compare CFD approaches (e.g., CFD-DEM, Eulerian two-fluid) and extend models.
• Collaborate with TU Delft, TNO and industry partners for validation and deployment.

Skills

Reactor modeling

Multiphase CFD simulations

Team work

Independent work

English communication

Education

MSc in Mechanical Engineering

MSc in Chemical Engineering

MSc in Applied Physics

Job description

TU Delft invites applications for a four-year PhD position in Multiscale Modelling of Sorption-Enhanced CO2 Hydrogenation Reactors, within the CO2URAGE programme. You will develop 3D models to predict hydrodynamics and heat/mass transfer in reactors heated electrically, collaborating with TU Delft, TNO and industry partners.

Requirements: MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Applied Physics; proven experience with reactor modelling and multiphase CFD; strong analytical mindset;