Job Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) - 2 Post-doctoral researchers Micro- and Nanofluidics

 Tasks:

We are soliciting applications for 2 post-doctoral research positions in the field of micro- and nanofluidics. The research objectives are 1) to design and perform experiments elucidating how and to what extent discrete droplets can be routed through nanochannels without excessive volume loss or intermixing and 2) to design and build an experimental setup for the rapid measurement of disjoining pressure, i.e. the effect of Van der Waals forces in ultrathin liquid films. The experimental efforts will be complemented by numerical simulations involving Stokes flow solvers and the lubrication approximation, as well as either level-set, volume-of-fluid, lattice Boltzmann or diffuse-interface methods. Experimental techniques will involve optical interferometry and ellipsometry. It is anticipated that one candidate will focus on numerical modeling and simulations and the other candidate on corresponding experiments.

Requirements:

Applicants must hold a PhD degree in physics, mathematics, chemical or mechanical engineering or a related field. Prior experience with numerical or experimental techniques relevant to the dynamics of ultrathin liquid film is highly desirable and should be emphasized in the cover letter. Moreover, fluency in English, a positive attitude, a sense of responsibility, a pro-active approach and a can-do mentality are desirable. Candidates will be expected to carry out independent and creative research, to assist in the supervision of BSc, MSc and PhD students, and to publish in renowned scientific journals.

Appointment:


The appointment will be for up to 2.5 years. The gross salary will be in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of the Dutch Universities (CAO NU) and amounts initially to at least € 2861,00 per month (salary scale 10.4) depending on prior experience. The university offers an attractive package of fringe benefits such as excellent technical infrastructure, child care, savings schemes, and excellent sports facilities.

Information:

Additional information about the position and research can be obtained from:

Prof. Anton Darhuber (URL: http://www.phys.tue.nl/MTP, e-mail: a.a.darhuber@tue.nl)

Additional information about employment conditions can be obtained from:

Mr. Marco Bos, HR employee (Tel.: +31 40 247 4263, e-mail: phys.pz@tue.nl)

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