The project is aimed at developing multiscale models to accurately describe specific adsorption processes of industrial interest. It will be performed in close collaboration with a company in the process industry. The aim is to develop and use 3D models that describe adsorption and transport phenomena in detail. Also coarser models will be developed using closure relations obtained from the detailed model. The models will be used to understand, and optimize existing processes and possibly to propose innovative improvements. The software tool that will be used in this project is COMSOL.

We are looking for an experienced candidate with a background in chemical, mechanical, thermal engineering, physics or a related field. The prospective researcher is expected to have experience in modeling of transport phenomena using advanced computational models. An affinity with the process industry is preferred. The ideal candidate has good scientific skills as well as excellent soft skills related to verbal and written communication.

We offer a challenging job for one year in a highly motivated team at a dynamic and ambitious University. The TU/e is located in one of the smartest regions of the world and part of the European technology hotspot 'Brainport Eindhoven'; well-known because of many high-tech industries and start-ups. The gross monthly salary in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement of the Dutch Universities (CAO NU), starts with € 3.111,- (scale 10). Besides this the TU/e has holiday- and end-of the year allowances, an excellent package of attractive benefits for employees and a modern sports complex. Assistance for finding accommodation can be given.