Postdoc: Contrail Microphysics & Climate Research

Qabird; Delft; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension ABP

Flexible working week

Education and training opportunities

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

TU Delft's Faculty of Aerospace Engineering invites applications from outstanding PhD candidates to join a world-class research environment in Delft, the Netherlands. You will design experimental setups to study ice nucleation pathways related to engine exhaust and collaborate with researchers to validate microphysics models.

Join a diverse, international community and contribute to climate-focused aviation research while growing professionally within a leading European university.

Qualifications

• A PhD in a relevant subject such as aerospace engineering, aeronautical engineering, atmospheric sciences or (applied) physics.
• Excellent lab-experiences.
• Advanced mathematical, analytical skills and programming skills (Python).
• Interest in interdisciplinary research and ability to work with international partners.
• Excellent English communication skills for an international environment.
• Ability to learn independently and show initiative.
• Team player open to discussion and constructive criticism.
• Previous involvement in scientific research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design an experimental setup to investigate ice nucleation pathways related to engine exhaust emissions.
• Collect and analyze data to validate microphysics models of ice nucleation.
• Collaborate with researchers inside and outside the faculty to strengthen research outcomes.
• Contribute to dissemination of results and potential climate impact insights.

Skills

Lab experience

Mathematical skills

Programming (Python)

Interdisciplinary research

English proficiency

Independent learning

Team player

Scientific research experience

Education

PhD in Aerospace/Aeronautical/Atmospheric Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

TU Delft's Faculty of Aerospace Engineering invites applications from outstanding PhD candidates to join a world-class research environment in Delft, the Netherlands. You will design experimental setups to study ice nucleation pathways related to engine exhaust and collaborate with researchers to validate microphysics models.

Join a diverse, international community and contribute to climate-focused aviation research while growing professionally within a leading European university.