Postdoc Scientist: Contrail Ice-Formation Experiments

EURAXESS Ireland; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Pension ABP

Job summary

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is offering a temporary Researcher position in Aerospace Engineering in the Netherlands. You will design experimental setups to study ice nucleation pathways related to engine emissions and collaborate with researchers to validate microphysics models.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, has strong Python skills, and excellent English communication abilities, with a passion for interdisciplinary research and independent work.

Qualifications

• PhD degree in a relevant subject (aerospace/aero/atmospheric sciences) is required.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; programming in Python is desirable.
• Excellent command of English in an internationally diverse environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; experience in research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design an experimental setup to investigate ice nucleation pathways under different engine emission conditions.
• Conduct lab experiments and collect data to validate microphysics models.
• Collaborate with internal and external researchers to strengthen research outcomes.

Skills

English proficiency

Interdisciplinary research

Team player

Independent learner

Strong analytical skills

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is offering a temporary Researcher position in Aerospace Engineering in the Netherlands. You will design experimental setups to study ice nucleation pathways related to engine emissions and collaborate with researchers to validate microphysics models.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, has strong Python skills, and excellent English communication abilities, with a passion for interdisciplinary research and independent work.