PhD Candidate (Chemical Engineering, On-site)

Job summary

A PhD position is available in the Process and Systems Engineering Center (PROSYS) at a leading technical university, focusing on the characterization and modeling of mass transfer in a pilot-scale U-loop system as part of the MORE-GAS project. This project aims to enhance carbon efficiency in gas fermentation processes through collaboration with various research institutions and industry partners.

Qualifications

• Education in chemical and/or biochemical engineering, with a strong process understanding.
• Interest in experimental work at pilot scale.
• Experience with mathematical modeling and computational fluid dynamics is advantageous.
• Must possess a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Investigate gas-liquid mass transfer in a 6 m³ U-loop reactor using particle image velocimetry and endoscopic methods.
• Evaluate the impact of operational variables and design changes on mass transfer and flow patterns.
• Collaborate with postdoctoral researchers to develop mathematical models for data interpretation and prediction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and experimental skills in chemical engineering processes.
• Proficiency in mathematical modeling and computational fluid dynamics.

Education

• A two-year master's degree in chemical and/or biochemical engineering or a similar field is required.

Tools

• Particle image velocimetry, endoscopic quantification tools, and mathematical modeling software.