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PhD scholarship in Turbulence: Reconsidering the Richardson-Kolmogorov Paradigm towards a Robust Understanding of Turbulence

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The Department of Mechanical Engineering (DTU Mekanik) at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) has an ERC Starting Grant (project acronym: UniEqTURB) sponsored opening for a 3-year PhD position in the area of Experimental and Theoretical turbulence. Within the scope of the project, the student will conduct high-end experiments in collaboration with international world-leading experts (with the possibility of a dual PhD-degree). The student will analyze the data in novel ways to test the validity of the existing theories of turbulence and attempt to synthesize a new theory based on the empirical results. The measurements will be conducted using the latest developments in optical flow diagnostics for turbulence measurements, including Particle Tracking/Image Velocimetry. The ERC grant sponsors two additional PhD students and a PostDoctoral fellow.

The PhD-candidate will perform measurements on round turbulent jets at the smallest relevant scales and/or covering the full field of the jet. The objective is to diagnose the degree of equilibrium of the measured turbulent flow and to create a dynamic model of the jet, respectively.

Responsibilities and tasks

The student will be responsible for the acquisition, processing and analysis of the measurement data and disseminating the results in scientific journal publications. The student may also be involved in improved designs of the experiments, big data management and automation of the experimental setup & measurement equipment.

These activities will all be conducted in collaboration with international partners that will co-advice and support the student in parallel with the main supervision. The student is, however, at the same time expected to be able to work independently and take ownership of, and responsibility towards, the project, to be able to carry out the tasks. The position is likely to involve co-supervision of Master's-students.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.

A master's degree in mechanical engineering, mathematics, (engineering) physics or similar is advantageous.

The PhD-candidate must be able to work as part of a team and support other team members, with the benefit of a team that also supports the candidate, when necessary.

It is required that the candidate can document (e.g. by references) that the candidate is well acquainted with practical lab work and has experience with independent successful laboratory work in general. Experience with optical measurement techniques is a significant advantage.

The candidate must also have a solid mathematical background and interest in developing mathematical skills as a part of the PhD-programme. Relevant courses e.g. in functional analysis and differential geometry will be made available as a part of the PhD study plan as well as informal knowledge sharing within the research group framework.

The candidate must have experience with programming and data analysis and experience with handling large datasets is an advantage, as is experience with automating experimental setups.

Approval and Enrolment

The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see the DTU PhD Guide. http://www.dtu.dk/english/Education/PhD/Rules/PhDguide

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and appointment terms

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.

The PhD-candidate will become a member of the DTU Turbulence Research Laboratory and therefore part of a group that works together in synergy with different aspects of turbulence. We strive to work according to the philosophy of lean production and agility.

Possibilities exist for dual degrees between the Technical University of Denmark and École Centrale de Lille who are world-leading in the applied optical measurement techniques.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here. http://www.dtu.dk/english/about/job-and-career/working-at-dtu/career-paths

Further information

Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Clara M. Velte, cmve (at) dtu.dk or telephone +45 3140 7620 (office hours Danish time).

You can read more about DTU Mechanical Engineering at http://www.mek.dtu.dk/english and about the section at http://www.mek.dtu.dk/english/sections/fvm. http://www.mek.dtu.dk/english http://www.mek.dtu.dk/english/sections/fvm

More information about École Centrale de Lille at http://ecole.centralelille.fr/ and the Laboratoire de Mécanique des Fluides de Lille (LMFL) http://lml.univ-lille1.fr/

Application

Please submit your online application no later than 14 January 2019 (local time). To apply, please open the link "Apply online", fill out the online application form. The following must be attached in English:

• A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
• Curriculum vitae
• Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma
• Excel sheet with translation of grades to the Danish grading system (see guidelines and Excel spreadsheet here) http://www.dtu.dk/english/Education/phd/Applicant/Pre_acceptance-1-
• Two letters of recommendation from professional referees (see also specific requirements under 'Qualifications')

Candidates may apply prior to obtaining their master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.

Applications and enclosures received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTU Mechanical Engineering covers the fundamental engineering disciplines within Solid mechanics, Fluid mechanics, Coastal and Maritime Engineering, Energy systems and energy conversion, Materials and Surface Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering design and Product development. The department has a scientific staff of about 150 persons, 95 PhD students and a technical/administrative support staff of about 80 persons.

DTU is a technical university providing internationally leading research, education, innovation and scientific advice. Our staff of 6,000 advance science and technology to create innovative solutions that meet the demands of society, and our 11,200 students are being educated to address the technological challenges of the future. DTU is an independent academic university collaborating globally with business, industry, government and public agencies.


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