CFD Research Lead: Hydrogen Systems & Digital Twin

North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African university seeks a Senior Subject Specialist in Potchefstroom to provide strategic expertise in CFD and digital twin development in hydrogen research. You will lead impactful research and supervise postgraduate students, enhancing the university's reputation in hydrogen R&D. Candidates should have a PhD in Engineering and extensive experience in CFD modelling and hydrogen safety. This fixed-term contract offers competitive remuneration and is aligned with NWU policies.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years’ post-doctoral experience in Hydrogen Energy.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in CFD modelling.
• Experience in experimental techniques, such as catalytic reactors and hydrogen detectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead CFD-based R&D for hydrogen systems.
• Publish research in international journals and present findings.
• Supervise postgraduate students in numerical modelling.

Skills

CFD modelling

Hydrogen safety

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Mentoring skills

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering

Tools

Star-CCM

Job description

A South African university seeks a Senior Subject Specialist in Potchefstroom to provide strategic expertise in CFD and digital twin development in hydrogen research. You will lead impactful research and supervise postgraduate students, enhancing the university's reputation in hydrogen R&D. Candidates should have a PhD in Engineering and extensive experience in CFD modelling and hydrogen safety. This fixed-term contract offers competitive remuneration and is aligned with NWU policies.