PhD in Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Combustion Modeling and Sustainable Energy Vrije Universiteit Brussel in Belgium

Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium is advertising a fully funded PhD position in Mechanical Engineering with a strong focus on thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, combustion, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and sustainable energy.

The position is hosted by the FLOW Research Group at the Faculty of Engineering. The research themes include hydrogen and ammonia combustion, direct numerical simulation (DNS), large eddy simulation (LES), RANS, machine learning for combustion modeling, and high-performance computing (HPC). The project aims to advance carbon-free energy technologies and improve combustion models for industrial applications such as gas turbines, burners, and furnaces.

Eligibility: candidates should have a Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field, together with a strong background in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, programming, and numerical modeling. Experience or interest in CFD, turbulence, flame dynamics, pollutant formation, and data-driven modeling would be highly relevant.

Funding: the post is described as fully funded. The announcement does not specify stipend amount or tuition details.

Location: Brussels, Belgium. Planned start date: 1 October 2026. Application deadline: 1 August 2026.

Interested applicants should visit the VUB careers website for the full vacancy information and application instructions.