小型涡轮机械气动设计领域的博士研究生岗位 -2

TurboImpact项目旨在解决各种应用领域中小型涡轮机械的设计与制造挑战，这些应用包括热泵和燃气轮机。该研究通过实验验证及创新的制造技术，重点探讨材料特性与几何公差对空气动力性能的影响。申请者应具备扎实的流体力学与材料科学基础。

Mission: We are offering a challenging position as a full-time (100%) PhD Student at STI IGM LAMD at EPFL, Neuchatel. You will be working on the TurboImpact project, funded by Horizon Europe – MSCA-DN, tackles challenges in designing, optimizing, selecting materials, and manufacturing small-scale turbomachinery for applications in heat pumps, fuel cells, organic Rankine cycles, or gas turbines. This project develops robust system and component design methods, an integrated manufacturing platform, and multi-material joining techniques to efficiently produce small-scale turbomachinery. The goal will be achieved by establishing a network of 14 Doctoral Candidates (DC) working in synergy on complementary topics and supported by highly qualified supervisors from European universities and research-intensive European companies Main duties and responsibilities: As a PhD Student, you will be expected to: Have full responsibility for your own dissertation Research in close collaboration with industry partners Experiment design and execution Analyze and interpret experimental results Write scientific articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals Present at international conferences Participate in education and supervise student projects More specifically, within this project, you will c onduct research into how material properties, surface finish, and geometric tolerances affect the aerodynamic performance of small-scale turbomachinery, with a focus on understanding how degrees of design freedom related to manufacturing and material properties influence overall performance outcomes. Building on these insights, identify ideal aeromechanical turbomachinery designs that exploit new materials and manufacturing processes, and validate these findings through experimental comparisons of conventional and ceramic turbocompressor components manufactured using the novel processes developed.

所需能力： 在流体动力学基础、涡轮机械空气动力学、航空机械设计原理方面具有扎实的背景，并具备 CFD 与 FEA 相关的经验。 材料科学，特别是陶瓷及常规金属/合金的特性、制造工艺、表面工程及其对流动行为的影响、几何尺寸设计及公差控制。 具备小型涡轮机械气动设计相关的测试流程、仪器与传感器选型、数据采集、不确定性分析及测量验证经验。 特殊要求： 根据玛丽·居里博士计划博士网络规定： 申请者必须遵守MSCA流动规则。在招聘过程中，候选人不得在招聘国家于招聘前36个月内连续居住或开展主要活动（工作、学习等）超过12个月。 申请者必须是博士候选人（即尚未拥有博士学位），并在招聘时符合MSCA博士培养网络的相关规则。 如假期、强制国家服务或作为难民程序的一部分所花费的时间等短暂停留时间不计入在内。 申请者必须拥有为期两年的机械工程、制造工程、材料科学、计算机科学、数据科学、软件工程或类似专业的全日制/非全日制学位，其学术水平与两年制硕士水平相当。

We offer: At EPFL, we believe that people achieve great results when they feel supported, respected and enabled to succeed. By joining our community, you will help shape the future of society through education, research and innovation. We offer an inspiring, international and collaborative environment where your work has real impact and your ideas are valued. Combined with flexible ways of working and attractive employment conditions, we aim to create an environment where everyone can contribute, grow and make a difference. Beyond work, our campuses host a vibrant community and unique environment, enriched by initiatives promoting equality, inclusion, diversity, well-being and sustainability as well as an engaging program of cultural, sports and community activities throughout the year. Successful candidates will receive a comprehensive financial package in line with the rules for Doctoral Candidates (DCs) in a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network. Employment will be provided by the recruiting organization and will include mobility and family allowances (where applicable), together with full social security coverage. Doctoral Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary, paid leave (in accordance with institutional regulations), and access to national social security schemes. The period of employment is 3 years, starting on 1 February 2027 or according to mutual agreement. The position is a full-time position. Read about our employment conditions and employee benefits

Assessment: Recruitment will be carried out and monitored in full accordance with the principles of the European Charter for Researchers, the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers, and the Doctoral Network mobility rules. The process will follow an open, transparent, merit-based, impartial, and equitable procedure, tailored to each individual DC position. Promising candidates will undergo a series of interviews with the PI, the Supervisory Team, and the Recruitment Committee. Successful candidates will: be enrolled in a PhD program of the hiring university, conduct research in a stimulating international environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and supervision by recognized experts, participate in local and network-wide training activities aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and transferable skills, attend workshops and international conferences relevant to their research topic, undertake secondments of approximately 4–6 months at other network or associated partner institutions. Application procedure: Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 November 2026 (23:59h). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include: A motivation letter Curriculum vitae Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of grading scale A copy of your BSc thesis (in pdf) A copy of your MSc thesis (in pdf) The names of three referees who are willing to write a reference letter You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it. The selection process involves multiple stages, and short-listed candidates will be requested to apply to a specific EPFL Doctoral Program to qualify for a PhD at EPFL. Please check this page for additional information on admission. Please note that this is a separate application process necessary to be eligible to complete your PhD at EPFL. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. All interested candidates, irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background, are encouraged to apply. Because the universities in this consortium conduct research in critical technology, which is subject to special security and export-control rules, we may conduct open-source background checks on qualified candidates. Please note that this position is part of a consortium involving several partner universities. By submitting your application, you consent to your personal data, CV and motivation letter being shared with and accessible to the relevant members of the consortium for the purposes of the recruitment and selection process.