Postdoc: Experimental Ice-Nucleation in Contrails

EURAXESS Czech Republic; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABP pension

Health insurance discount

Leave hours allowance

Education opportunities

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a temporary Researcher position in Engineering, focusing on contrail formation and ice nucleation pathways. You will design and execute experimental setups, collect data, and validate microphysics models related to engine exhaust emissions.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong mathematical and programming skills (Python), and excellent English.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant subject such as aerospace engineering, aeronautical engineering, atmospheric sciences, or (applied) physics.
• Advanced mathematical, analytical skills and programming skills (e.g., Python).
• Keen interest in interdisciplinary research.
• Excellent command of English for international collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design an experimental setup to investigate ice nucleation pathways under different engine exhaust conditions.
• Conduct lab experiments and collect data to validate microphysics models for ice nucleation.
• Collaborate with researchers inside and outside the group to strengthen research outcomes.
• Contribute to dissemination of results within international networks.

Skills

Python

Analytical skills

Interdisciplinary research

Team player

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Job description

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) invites applications for a temporary Researcher position in Engineering, focusing on contrail formation and ice nucleation pathways. You will design and execute experimental setups, collect data, and validate microphysics models related to engine exhaust emissions.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong mathematical and programming skills (Python), and excellent English.