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The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within
Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health
innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions
for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations.
Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300
people.
For the System Behaviour Group of the Laboratory for Reactor Physics and Thermal-Hydraulics (LRT) we are looking for a
Postdoctoral Fellow for thermal-hydraulics modelling, verification, and validation (EASI-SMR project)
Your tasks
You will collaborate with European research project partners to plan and conduct thermal-hydraulics (TH) analyses for
Small Modular nuclear Reactors (SMRs). This will include the development of system TH models for both Swiss and
European experimental facilities, and validation of system TH codes based on new experimental data. Additionally,
comparative analyses of different system TH codes will be made for SMR systems. You will participate in identifying
safety knowledge gaps and in providing recommendations to address them with a focus on safety aspects of SMR modelling.
You will publish and present your research results in the form of peer-reviewed articles, conference papers and
technical reports.
Your profile
We are looking for a candidate with a university degree in Nuclear or Mechanical Engineering, Physics and/or Applied
Mathematics with doctorate or equivalent experience. A good working knowledge of single and two-phase fluid dynamics
and heat transfer is required. The candidate should ideally have a solid background in nuclear engineering, with
experience in thermal-hydraulics analysis of light water nuclear reactors (LWRs). Experience with nuclear systems TH
codes, in particular the APROS and/or TRACE codes would be beneficial. The candidate should be fluent in spoken and
written English. Proficiency in German is beneficial.
We offer
Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a
systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational
training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to
support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
Your employment contract is limited to 3 years.
For further information, please contact Dr Konstantin Nikitin, phone +41 56 310 27 01.
Please submit your application online by 28 February 2025 (including list of publications and addresses of referees)
for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 4103-00).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Serdal Varol, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerlandwww.psi.chApply now