PhD position (f/m/d): Large-scale impact of wind farms on atmospheric flow
Are you curious about the intricacies of fluid mechanics, the complexities of turbulence, the capabilities of high-performance computing, and the vast potential of wind energy? If groundbreaking research excites you and you're
keen to join a diverse team, we offer an exhilarating opportunity. We invite you to investigate how wind farms influence the performance of adjacent farms. This research is crucial, as we envision numerous wind farms in
regions like the North Sea, yet the interactions among these wind farm clusters remain largely unexplored.
This PhD project is part of the ERC Consolidator Grant project WINDFLOW, which strives to develop groundbreaking large-eddy simulation strategies for wind farm flows. Your research will develop a fundamental understanding of wind farms' large-scale impact on moisture transport, atmospheric stability, cloud dynamics, turbulent transport within the atmosphere, and the interactions between wind farms. This project represents an opportunity for us to advance our collective knowledge of fluid and atmospheric dynamics relevant to wind energy. Join us in pushing the boundaries of wind energy fluid mechanics research!
Information and application
To apply, please submit your application by the button below, this should include:
- A cover letter highlighting your specific interests, qualifications, and motivation for this position.
- A detailed CV (resume).
- An academic transcript of BSc and MSc education, including grades.
- Contact information of two academic references who are willing to provide a recommendation letter.
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About the department
This research is conducted in the Physics of Fluids group at the University of Twente in the Netherlands. Our work spans various fluid mechanical challenges, employing experiments, simulations, and theoretical approaches. The group is affiliated with the Max Planck Center for Complex Fluid Dynamics and the J.M. Burgerscentrum for Fluid Mechanics. For further insights, visit us http://pof.tnw.utwente.nl and https://stevensrjam.github.io/Website/.
About the organisation
The Faculty of Science & Technology (Technische Natuurwetenschappen, TNW) engages some 700 staff members and 2000 students in education and research on the cutting edge of chemical technology, applied physics and biomedical technology. Our fields of application include sustainable energy, process technology and materials science, nanotechnology and technical medicine. As part of a people-first tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally and is strengthened by the many young researchers working on innovative projects with as doctoral candidates and post-docs. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.