Lecturer Posts in Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer and Combustion; Structural Mechanics; Dynamics of Mechanical Systems and Drive Trains at University of Strathclyde University of Strathclyde in United Kingdom

PhD opportunity at the University of Southampton in development of dual mode chemical-electric propulsion systems for more agile spacecraft . This postgraduate research project focuses on aerospace engineering , spacecraft propulsion , chemical propulsion , ion thrusters , and Hall effect thrusters . The project aims to develop a dual-mode propulsion system in which the same propellant can be used in both a chemical rocket and an ion thruster, enabling more flexible satellite mission design and ...

Funded PhD opportunity at the University of Leeds in the UK on physics-based modelling of battery slurry mixing for scalable manufacturing . The project is aimed at students interested in battery manufacturing , computational modelling , CFD-DEM simulations , experimental validation , and process optimisation . The research focuses on improving battery slurry mixing and supporting industrial scale-up. Supervision/research team mentioned in the post includes Masoud Jabbari , Meisam Babaie , and M...

PhD opportunity at the University of Southampton in Electrifying Chemical Reactors for Net Zero , focusing on the coupled dynamics of flow, heat transfer, particle motion, electrical conduction, and reactor performance . This project investigates directly electrified particle and fluidised-bed reactors, where conductive particles generate heat through Joule heating while being mixed by a flowing gas. The research aims to build a predictive understanding of how particle-scale behaviour shapes rea...

PhD position at Helmholtz-Zentrum Hereon in Germany on physics-guided digital twin development for composition-process-structure-property modeling of magnesium alloys . This opportunity is focused on materials science and computational modeling, with strong relevance to physics, engineering, and alloy design. The post is located in Geesthacht, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany . Applicants should review the full vacancy details on the linked DAAD page for eligibility and application instructions. No f...

PhD project at the University of Southampton on multiscale understanding of oxide-strengthened magnesium alloys for extreme space environments . This postgraduate research project explores how nanoscale oxide particles in magnesium alloys may improve strength , thermal stability , and radiation tolerance for future spacecraft and satellites. The work focuses on microstructural evolution under conditions relevant to space, including thermal cycling and helium ion irradiation . Research topics inc...