Postdoctoral scientific employee FLOW (SRP)

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Postdoctoral scientific employee FLOW (SRP)

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Offer Description1 – Working at the VUBFor more than 50 years, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel has stood for freedom, equality and solidarity, and this is very much alive on our campuses among students and staff alike.At the VUB, you will find a diverse collection of personalities: innovators pur sang, but above all people who are 100% their authentic selves. With some 4,000 employees, we are the largest Dutch-speaking employer, in the private sector, in Brussels; an international city with which we are only too happy to connect and where (around) our 4 campuses are located.Add to this our principle of free research – in which self-reflection, a critical attitude and an open, creative mind around scientific and social issues are central – and you have a university that is fundamentally groundbreaking and pioneering in education and research. In short: the VUB all over again.Moreover, the VUB is a member of EUTOPIA, an alliance of like-minded European universities, all ready to reinvent themselves.2 – Position descriptionThe Faculty of Engineering, Department Industriële ingenieurswetenschappen, research group Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, is looking for a postdoctoral researcher.More concretely your work package contains:

• Context:

• The Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics (FLOW) research group at the VUB has a strong expertise in both fundamental and applied research topics related to the modelling of thermal-fluid systems, with applications in aeronautics (unsteady aerodynamics, flow control), aerospace (atmospheric re-entry, aerospace plasmas) and energy (wind energy, bioenergy, hydrogen, heat networks, plasma-assisted combustion). Since 2021, FLOW joined forces with the ATM research group at ULB, working in similar fields of expertise, to create the VUB-ULB Joint Research Groupe BRITE (Brussels Institute for Thermal-fluid Systems and clean Energy,

). * Our group has been selected as a spearhead strategic research project by the university. In the context of this SRP project, we aim to further valorize our expertise in data-driven modelling of thermal-fluid systems and develop our project portfolio to apply it to various systems, such as wind turbines, drones, plasma-assisted combustion, district heating networks, heat and power production systems, H2-based energy systems, particle-laden flows, particulate matter emissions, and more.

• In the context of the SRP project, we are looking for a postdoctoral researcher with expert knowledge on the data-driven modelling of unsteady fluid mechanics systems using experimental data.
• A first research objective is to further expand and valorise the canonical benchmarks in unsteady fluid mechanics we study at FLOW. So far we have focused on two canonical benchmarks systems: a pitching aerofoil and a cylinder oscillating transversally to the inflow. Both systems have been investigated using numerical data and experimental data. Your task will be to support the PhD researchers involved in this research, perform wind tunnel test campaigns, prepare the data for publication as an open access data set (with accompanying descriptive article), apply for funding to further expand these data and explore opportunities for additional canonical benchmarks in unsteady fluid mechanics. This also entails upping the scientific level of the wind tunnel work: streamlining measurement protocols, integration of new measurement equipment, managing the acquisition and storage of research data, overseeing periodic calibration of instruments, …
• A second research objective is to further our research on building nonlinear state-space models from data of unsteady fluid mechanics systems. This includes frequent interaction with researchers on data-driven modelling within our group (on VIV, dynamic stall & data assimilation, FOWT, field completion) as well as within our research network. Your task will further be to assist in writing proposals and apply for funding, support researchers in data processing and drafting of manuscripts, write articles and present at conferences,…
• A third research objective is to design and develop a demonstrator wind tunnel setup where a (data-driven) model feeds a model-based controller to regulate a parameter of interest. E.g. a controllable tab or flap that should keep the lift constant under random pitching, or BLC control actuator that stimulates or breaks vortex formation on an oscillating cylinder.
• Tasks:

• Identifying suitable research project calls at the regional, national and international levels;
• Writing and submitting common project proposals;
• Assisting researchers in the writing of scientific papers for journals and conferences;
• Assisting researchers in experimental wind tunnel testing;
• Interacting with lab responsible to manage the day-to-day operation of the lab;
• Assisting in Research Data Management;
• Proactively participating in research networks at national and international events;
• Interacting with the VUB Tech Transfer and R&D Offices.

For this function, our Brussels Humanities, Sciences & Engineering Campus (Elsene) will serve as your home base.3 – ProfileWhat do we expect from you?

• You hold a PhD degree in Engineering Sciences (or similar).
• You have significant experience in data-driven modelling of unsteady fluid mechanic systems;
• You preferably have a minimum of 2 to 3 years in research development;
• You are a team player who can work independently;
• You have strong communication skills in all formats;
• You can deal with stress and are able to deal with several projects (and deadlines) at the same time;
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

The VUB wants to be a reflection of the society where everyone’s talent is valued, regardless of gender, age, religion, skin color, migration background, disability and neurodiversity.4 – OfferAre you going to be our new colleague?You’ll be offered a contract, for an assignment of 1 FTE, for 12 months (extendable, on condition of the positive evaluation of the research activities), with planned starting date 01/10/2024.You’ll receive a salary linked to one of the scales set by the government.At the VUB, you’re guaranteed an open, involved and diverse workplace where you are offered opportunities to (further) build on your career.As well as this, you will also enjoy various other benefits:

• Extensive homeworking options, a telework allowance of 50 euros per month OR an internet fee of 20 euros per month;
• An open and informal working environment where attention is paid to work-life balance, and exceptional holiday arrangements with 35 days of leave (based on a fulltime contract), closure between Christmas and New Year and 3 extra leave days;
• Cost-free hospitalisation insurance;
• Full reimbursement of your home-to-work commute with public transport according to VUB-policy, and/or compensation if you come by bike;
• A wide selection of meals in our campus restaurants at attractive prices;
• Excellent and affordable facilities for sport and exercise, a range of discounts via Benefits@Work (in all kinds of shops, on flights, in petrol stations, amusement parks…) and Ecocheques;
• Nursery near campus, discount on holiday camps;
• The space to form your job content and to continuously learn through our VUB learning platforms and training courses;
• And finally: great colleagues with a healthy drive.

5 – Interested?Is this the job you’ve been dreaming of?Then apply, at the latest on 26/08/2024, , and upload the following documents:

• your CV;
• your motivation letter;
• your diploma (not applicable for VUB alumni).

Do you have questions about the job content? Contact Prof. dr. ing. Tim De Troyer at or on +32 (0)478 25 61 69.Would you like to know what it’s like to work at the VUB? Go to , and find all there is to know about our campuses, benefits, strategic goals and your future colleagues.Would you like more information about EUTOPIA? Go to , and read more about the role of the VUB in the development of the EUTOPIA alliance.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Astronomy Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Astronomy Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Astronomy Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Engineering Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Environmental science Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Physics Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Research Field Technology Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationWebsite for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) Country Belgium City Brussels Postal Code 1050 Street Boulevard de la Plaine 2 GeofieldContact CityBrussels WebsitePostal Code1050STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Thu, 25 Jul 2024 02:21:57 GMT

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