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Doctoral student in numerical compressible fluid dynamics
KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Doctoral student in numerical compressible fluid dynamics

2025-05-30 (Europe/Stockholm)
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Project description

Third-cycle subject: Engineering Mechanics

The project focuses on developing robust, reliable, and efficient numerical methods for simulating extreme fluid conditions. Leveraging an established experimental facility based on electrically induced wire explosions, which generate pressures in the GPa range, this research emphasizes advanced computational modeling to accurately replicate and predict extreme states achievable with everyday laboratory resources. Integrating numerical techniques from high-voltage engineering, plasma physics, and compressible fluid dynamics, the project will computationally investigate the fundamental physical properties of imploding shock waves in liquids, optimize methods for focal energy concentration, and explore the behavior of matter under such extreme conditions.

Supervision: The doctoral student will be supervised by Assoc. Prof. Michael Liverts and Prof. Nicholas Apazidis. Decisions are made on admission

What we offer

Admission requirements

To be admitted to postgraduate education (Chapter 7, 39 § Swedish Higher Education Ordinance), the applicant must have basic eligibility in accordance with either of the following:

  • passed a second cycle degree (for example a master's degree), or
  • completed course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 second-cycle higher education credits, or
  • acquired, in some other way within or outside the country, substantially equivalent knowledge

In addition to the above, there is also a mandatory requirement for English equivalent to English B/6.

Selection

In order to succeed as a doctoral student at KTH you need to be goal oriented and persevering in your work. During the selection process, candidates will be assessed upon their ability to:

  • independently pursue his or her work
  • collaborate with others,
  • have a professional approach and
  • analyze and work with complex issues.

We are seeking exceptional candidates with a degree at an advanced level (MSc or equivalent) in fluid mechanics, engineering physics, or related fields. A specific research background closely related to subjects mentioned in the project description is considered an advantage. We are particularly interested in candidates with solid experimental experience. Good command of English orally and in writing is required to communicate, publish results in scientific journals, and present at international conferences.

After the qualification requirements, great emphasis will be placed on personal skills. 

Target degree: Doctoral Degree

Information regarding admission and employment

Only those admitted to postgraduate education may be employed as a doctoral student. The total length of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education in four years' time. An employed doctoral student can, to a limited extent (maximum 20%), perform certain tasks within their role, e.g. training and administration. A new position as a doctoral student is for a maximum of one year, and then the employment may be renewed for a maximum of two years at a time. In the case of studies that are to be completed with a licentiate degree, the total period of employment may not be longer than what corresponds to full-time doctoral education for two years.

Union representatives

Contact information for union representatives.

Doctoral section (Students’ union on KTH Royal Institute of Technology)

Contact information for doctoral section.

To apply for the position

Apply for the position and admission through KTH's recruitment system. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the advertisement.

Applications must be received at the last closing date at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

Applications must include the following elements:

  • CV including your relevant professional experience and knowledge.
  • Application letter with a brief description of why you want to pursue research studies, about what your academic interests are and how they relate to your previous studies and future goals. (Maximum 2 pages long)
  • Copies of diplomas and grades from previous university studies and certificates of fulfilled language requirements (see above). Translations into English or Swedish if the original document is not issued in one of these languages.Copies of originals must be certified.
  • Representative publications or technical reports. For longer documents, please provide a summary (abstract) and a web link to the full text.

Other information

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Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence.

 

 

About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world. Our research and education covers a wide area including natural sciences and all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy. Read more here

Type of employment: Temporary position
Contract type: Full time
First day of employment: According to agreement, as soon as possible
Salary: Monthly salary according to KTH's doctoral student salary agreement
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 100%
City: Stockholm
County: Stockholms län
Country: Sweden
Reference number: PA-2025-1308
Contact:
  1. Michael Liverts, [email protected]
Published: 2025-05-08
Last application date: 2025-05-30

Om tjänsten

Titel
Doctoral student in numerical compressible fluid dynamics
Plats
Brinellvägen 8 Stockholm, Sverige
Publicerad
2025-05-08
Sista ansökningsdag
2025-05-30 23:59 (Europe/Stockholm)
2025-05-30 23:59 (CET)
Befattning
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