Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of Numerical investigation of micro structured surfaces for heat transfer in turbofan engines

With more than 16,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany´s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.

Our research focuses are mobility, engineering for health, metrology, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.

Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.

Starting from the earliest possible date, the Institute of Jet Propulsion and Turbomachinery is looking for a

Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of
Numerical investigation of micro structured surfaces for heat transfer in turbofan engines
(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for 3 years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

With the major goal of climate-neutral flying, we are exploring potentials and synergies through highly integrated aircraft development in numerous sub-projects at TU Braunschweig, University of Stuttgart, LUH Hannover and DLR Braunschweig in the new research centre SynTrac. In the sub-project B01 at the institute for Jet Propulsion and Turbomachinery you will deal with the functional integration of micro-structured surfaces for the improved transfer of waste heat in highly integrated propulsors. Using CFD methods (URANS and LES/DNS), effects and sensitivities are to be analyzed and transferred to a reduced-order model. A major focus of the studies is on the question of the sensitivity of the heat-transferring structures to fouling degradation mechanisms.
Your path to a doctorate in an interdisciplinary and cross-location research team will be accompanied by an integrated research training group. New forms of collaboration will emerge through the concept of "New Work".

Your tasks

• You will carry out research in the collaborative research centre on the topic Numerical investigation of micro structured surfaces for heat transfer in turbofan engines
• You will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferences
• You will be involved in teaching at the University by supervision of students’ work

Your Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Aerospace engineering, physics or mathematics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and good knowledge of the English language.
• You have sound knowledge in the application of CFD methods (RANS and LES/DNS) for turbomachinery flows.
• You are enthusiastic about actively working on the challenge of climate-neutral flying and are open to work in an interdisciplinary, cross-location team.
• You are aiming for a doctorate.

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes
We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

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Questions and Answers
For more information, please call Dr. Christoph Bode on +49 (0) 531 391-94232.

Deadline for applications is 27.08.2024
Are you interested? Please send your application preferably via email to chr.bode@tu-braunschweig.de
or via mail to

Technische Universität Braunschweig
Institut für flugantriebe und Strömungsmaschinen
Hermann-Blenk-Str. 37
38108 Braunschweig

The application should include:
• A motivation letter (max 1 page)
• Detailed curriculum vitae, including work experience, educational background, language and computer skills.
• Copies of bachelor and master diploma and the transcript of grades in English or German.

from: 07.08.2024
valid until: 27.08.2024