Research support technician 2024/CP/263

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Research support technician 2024/CP/263

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Offer DescriptionGrant/funding reference: PID2023-143061OB-I00Job title: Small-scale turbulent flow on bridge decks: experimental and numerical studies, and potential for passive control of Vortex-induced Vibrations.Research line / Scientific-technical services: CFD, turbulent flows1. Tasks: The research project PID2023-153061OB-I00 “Small-scale turbulent flow on bridge decks: experimental and numerical studies, and potential for passive control of vortex-induced vibrations” covers the following specific objectives:Specific Objective 1: Experimental study of small-scale rod-induced turbulent (SSRIT) flows on bridge decks, and assessment of potential for VIV mitigation.Specific Objective 2: Assessment of the expected accuracy of 2D URANS simulations to simulate the aerodynamic response of bridge decks under SSRIT flowSpecific Objective 3: For static bridge decks, assessment of the expected accuracy and computational burden associated to 3D LES simulations of SSRIT flowSpecific Objective 4: For a bridge undergoing VIV under SSRIT flow, assessment of the expected accuracy and computational burden associated to 3D LES simulationsSpecific Objective 5: Adopt 3D LES simulations to study the ability of one of the VIV mitigative devices designed and tested in the frame of the Specific Objective 1The researcher will participate in the following activities:a) Wind tunnel testing campaign.b) 2D URANS modelling.c) 3D LES modelling d) Postprocessing of experimental and numerical results.2. Duration of the contract:This is a full-time fixed-term contract. The starting date is 01.01.2025 and the end date for the project is 31.08.2027.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering » Civil engineering Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsBachelor degree or equivalent.Additional InformationEligibility criteria3. Assessment criteria(1) PAST EXPERIENCE IN RESEARCH ACTIVITIES (MAXIMUM 50 POINTS)1.a) Experience in the use of mesh generation software and CFD solvers, such as SALOME, OpenFOAM, STARCCM+, Ansys, ….etc., along with postprocessing and sound understanding of the engineering significance of numerical results (maximum 30 points). The close relationship of the previous work with the topic of the research project will be taken into account, along with the specific contribution of the candidate.

• Participation in research projects and contracts: up to 5 points per contribution.

• Author or co-author of scientific publications: up to 3 points per communication to international conference and up to 5 points per article in an international journal.

1.b) Experience in turbulent flow analysis in connection with the topic of the research project (maximum 5 points).

• Participation in research projects and contracts: up to 5 points per contribution.

Author or co-author of scientific publications: up to 3 points per communication to international conference and up to 5 points per article in an international journal.1.c) Experience in dynamical/aeroelastic analysis of structures (maximum 5 points).

• Participation in research projects and contracts: up to 5 points per contribution.

• Author or co-author of scientific publications: up to 3 points per communication to international conference and up to 5 points per article in an international journal.

1.d) Other research activities related with the topic of the project such as experimental campaigns in the field or the laboratory, management of research or participation in diffusion activities to wider audiences (maximum 5 points).(2) ACADEMIC RECORDS AND LINK WITH THE PROJECT (MAXIMUM 25 POINTS)In this section, only PhDs attained after 2015 will be given consideration. Similarly, only Master studies finished after 2010 will be considered.2.a) PhD dissertation and relationship with topic of the research project (maximum 10 points). Alignment with the project Global Mark Middle High Pass 0 2 Good 0 5 Outstanding 5 102.b) Master studies and relationship with the topic of the research project (maximum 15 points). Alignment with the project Global Mark Middle High Good 5 10 Outstanding 10 15(3) PERSONAL INTERVIEW (MAXIMUM 25 POINTS)Candidates achieving a score higher than 25 points in the preliminary assessment of sections (1) and (2) will be invited for a personal interview that will take place online (a maximum of 10 candidates will considered for the interview). The interview will address the expertise and interest of the candidate, assess his/her suitability for the position and better appraise his/her previous research experience.A waiting list will be created comprising candidates with scores higher than 50 points.They will be ranked according to the scores obtained.Selection processWHERE TO APPLY: UDC online services site. Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Vice-Rectorate for Research and Transference, and include the call reference.DEADLINE: 5 working days from the day following the publication of the call on the official bulletin board of the UDC online services site.SELECTION COMMITTEE (minimum 3 members and 3 reserves): Félix Nieto (IP, TIT-UN, President), Arturo N. Fontán (PCDR, secretary), Anne Gosset (TIT-UN). Substitutes: Ignacio Colominas (CAT-UN), Luis E. Romera (TIT-UN) y Manuel González (TIT-UN).PLACE OF PUBLICATION OF RESULTS: Official bulletin board of the UDC online services site.Additional comments*If you are a candidate from abroad Spain, please contact for instructions on how to apply through the official electronic register of the University.4. Contact data: Felix Nieto; In case the selected researcher holds an accreditation as “Contratado Doctor” professor, according to the Spanish regulations, he/she may collaborate in teaching up to 80 hours per academic year in the courses of theArquitecture, Civil and Aeronautical Constructions and Structures Department. These teaching duties will not impact the full fulfilment of the the research objectives of the projectWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute School of Civil Engineering Country Spain GeofieldContact State/ProvinceA Coruña CityA Coruña WebsiteStreetA Maestranza 9 Postal Code15071STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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