Doctoral Position in Biology at Lund University: The Faculty of Science organizes research and education within Biology, Astronomy, Physics, Geosciences, Mathematics, Chemistry and Environmental Sciences. Lund University, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology is offering applications from eligible candidates for filling up doctoral position in Biology to develop computational fluid structure interaction models of bird feathers. The models will be developed based on a combination of experimental and numerical approaches. This position is available at the Department of Biology at LU but is a collaboration with researchers at Lund Technical University.
About the Position: The aim of this project is to study how aerodynamically efficient passive aerodynamic control mechanisms of flight feathers are, using computational experiments and further use gained knowledge in studying and designing new wing concepts for aircraft and wind turbine energy industries.
Position: Doctoral
Fellowship: As per norms.
Duration: full-time, fixed-term employment
Educational qualifications: Interested and eligible candidates must have master’s degree in biology with relevant knowledge in mechanics and/or fluid dynamics and experience with FSI, CFD or CSM. Candidates must have creative problem-solving ability, to take responsibility for and finish projects independently and to have stamina. Candidates with High grades in courses regarding material science and fluid dynamics will be preferred.
Closing Date: 20.Feb.2020 11:59 PM CET
How to apply: Interested and eligible applicants may apply online mode through the given link by or before 20.Feb.2020 11:59 PM CET along with résumé/CV, short research plan and future research interests ,contact information of at least three references, copies of Degree and exam certificates.
Contact Address: Christoffer Johansson Westheim, Recruiting Manager, +46462224955, christoffer.johansson@biol.lu.se
| Quick Overview——– | |
| Organization | Lund University |
| Position | Doctoral |
| Country | Sweden |
| Subject areas | Biology |
| Fellowship | As per norms |
| Eligibility | Degree in relevant area |
| Deadline | 20.Feb.2020 11:59 PM CET |
For more information: For detailed announcement and instructions for submission of application, eligibility requirements, other terms and conditions, please visit the link given below.
