Job Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) - PhD Inverse modeling for design&operation:low-e climate adaptive greenhouses

This project is part of the EOS-LT project Climate Adaptive Glastuinbouw: Inverse Modelling (CAGIM), which will be carried out in collaboration with De Haagse Hogeschool, Wageningen University, TNO, TU Delft and Kenlog. The ultimate goal  of CAGIM is to deliver a substantial contribution towards meeting the targets that are set out in energy transition paths for the horticultural sector. This will be achieved by developing innovative greenhouse concepts with adaptable properties aiming at maximizing energy efficiency while respecting optimal growing conditions for crops.This PhD project mainly focuses on research, development and validation of the inverse modeling approach (IMA) for climate adaptive greenhouses.&nbs

We are looking for an excellent and highly motivated candidate with an MSc degree in Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Building, Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, or equivalent. Interest in physical processes (heat, air and moisture transfer) in the built environment and experience in computational building performance simulation is essential.

We offer a stimulating and ambitious research environment. To complement this environment and for the specific project mentioned above, we are looking for an outstanding candidate that meets the following requirements: 

- You are highly motivated, talented and enthusiastic
- You have a relevant MSc degree as indicated above.
- You have an independent and well-structured working style
- You are interested in guiding master students
- You have strong communication skills and the attitude to participate successfully in a multidisciplinary team
- You have a very good knowledge of the English language, both in speaking and writin

Intended starting date: asap. The duration of the project is for 4 years. The gross monthly salary increases from 2.042, - Euro in the first year to 2.612, - Euro in the fourth year. Besides this, the TU/e has an excellent package of attractive benefits for employees, a child-care facility, and a modern sports complex. Assistance for finding accommodation can be give

More information may be obtained from: Prof. dr. ir. Jan Hensen (j.l.m.hensen@tue.nl), (URL =  http://www.bwk.tue.nl/bwk/hensen)

Application:

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