PhD Position: Industrial High-Temp Heat Pumps

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU); Trondheim; On-site; NOK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

NTNU in Trondheim invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in the Refrigeration research group within the Energy and Process Engineering department. The project focuses on industrial high-temperature heat pumps, research methods, and collaboration with SINTEF Energi AS.

The candidate will contribute to modelling, experiments, and dissemination while pursuing a doctoral degree. The role includes supervision of students, international collaboration, and participation in conferences, with

Qualifications

• Must meet admission requirements for the faculty's Doctoral Programme.
• Master's degree in refrigeration engineering with a major independent project (min. 30 ECTS).
• Master's degree must be obtained and documented before starting (no later than Sept 2026).
• Strong academic background with a grade equivalent to B or better on NTNU scale.
• Experience in dynamic modelling of energy systems with heat pumps in Dymola/Modelica.
• Experience with experimental investigations and data analysis.
• Good oral and written English (B2).
• Appointment according to NTNU recruitment criteria.

Responsibilities

• Complete doctoral education until doctorate.
• Carry out high-quality research within the project framework.
• Develop and validate dynamic models using Modelica.
• Analyze and optimize heat pump cycle architectures and control strategies.
• Evaluate techno-economic performance and industrial applicability of HTHP solutions.
• Design, conduct and analyze laboratory experiments and field demonstrations.
• Publish academic papers and disseminate results.
• Participate in the P&P research group.
• Engage in international activities such as conferences or stays abroad.
• Supervise 1–2 project and master's students per year.

Skills

Modelica

Dymola

Heat pumps

Dynamic modelling

Lab experiments

Education

Master's in refrigeration engineering

Tools

Modelica libraries

Job description

NTNU in Trondheim invites applications for a PhD Candidate position in the Refrigeration research group within the Energy and Process Engineering department. The project focuses on industrial high-temperature heat pumps, research methods, and collaboration with SINTEF Energi AS.

The candidate will contribute to modelling, experiments, and dissemination while pursuing a doctoral degree. The role includes supervision of students, international collaboration, and participation in conferences, with