Postdoc or Senior Researcher: Labour Geography, University of Zurich, Switzerland Details
University Assistant Post-Doc (all genders)
40 hours/week | limited to 6 years
TU Wien is Austria's largest institution of research and higher education in the fields of technology and natural sciences. With over 26,000 students and more than 4000 scientists, research, teaching, and learning dedicated to the advancement of science and technology have been conducted here for more than 200 years, guided by the motto "Technology for People". As a driver of innovation, TU Wien fosters close collaboration with business and industry and contributes to the prosperity of society.
At the Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer, in the Research Unit E322-02, TU Wien is offering a position as university assistant post-doc (all genders) limited to expected 6 years (40 hours/week). Expected start: May 2026.
The research of the group focuses on the study of fundamental phenomena in complex and/or turbulent flows and fluid-structure interaction. A broad number of applications are considered such as the aerodynamics of small flyers and unmanned aerial vehicles, particle-laden flows, cardiovascular flows, etc.
Tasks:
Perform independent research and take a leading role in one of the areas of interest to the group
Participate in the teaching activities of the group and in the supervision of students
Manage the wind tunnel and take a leading role in the operation and management of the lab
Perform project work and coordinate project teams
Contribute to the acquisition of third-party funding
Publish scientific articles and present results at international conferences and workshops
Participate in organisational and administrative tasks of the research division
Essential:
A PhD degree (or equivalent) in fluid mechanics, mechanical or aerospace engineering or related field
Strong motivation and a profound knowledge of experimental fluid mechanics and measurement techniques such as PIV, PTV, hot wire anemometry, temperature, density, concentration measurements or other advanced optical techniques
Demonstrable experience in the design, management and operation of experimental facilities, preferably wind tunnels
A good track of publications in the best journals of the field
Organizational and analytical skills as well as a structured way of working
Excellent command of English, with strong communication and teamwork skills
Desirable:
Teaching experience in fields related to the position
Experience supervising undergraduate students
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