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Technische Universität Berlin - Faculty V - Mechanical Engineering and Transport Systems, Institute of Fluid Mechanics and Technical Acoustics / Chair of Numerical Fluid Dynamics

Research Associate - PhD

part-time employment may be possible

Your responsibilities:

  • Development and implementation of laser absorption spectroscopy diagnostics for rotating detonation combustors
  • Investigation of optical access concepts and integration of laser-optical systems into RDC combustion facilities
  • Design, execution, and evaluation of experimental campaigns under a range of operating conditions
  • Development of data acquisition, signal processing, and post-processing tools for quantitative analysis of laser diagnostic measurements
  • Quantitative measurements of H₂O concentration and gas temperature within the combustor
  • Assessment of measurement uncertainties and diagnostic performance in highly transient reacting flows
  • Generation of reference datasets characterizing combustor operating conditions and combustion processes
  • Close collaboration with international project partners at KAUST in the preparation and implementation of advanced multi-parameter diagnostic techniques for RDC applications
  • Support of future experimental campaigns through the provision of baseline measurements, diagnostic infrastructure, and characterization of operating conditions

Your profile:

  • Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) and PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, combustion science, or a related field
  • Strong background in experimental fluid mechanics, combustion diagnostics, optical measurement techniques, or related areas
  • Experience with laser absorption spectroscopy (LAS), tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS), or related laser-based diagnostics is highly desirable
  • Experience in the design, execution, and analysis of laboratory experiments
  • Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
  • Knowledge of combustion processes and reacting flows
  • Ability to work independently and lead experimental research activities desirable
  • Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills desirable
  • Experience working in interdisciplinary and international research environments is advantageous
  • Good knowledge of German and/or English required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills

How to apply:

Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents only by E-Mail (compiled into a single PDF document, max. 5 MB) to Prof. Dr. Paschereit (office@hfi.tu-berlin.de).

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To ensure equal opportunities between women and men, applications by women with the required qualifications are explicitly desired. Qualified individuals with disabilities will be favored. The TU Berlin values the diversity of its members and is committed to the goals of equal opportunities. Applications from people of all nationalities and with a migration background are very welcome.