PhD Opportunity in Wind Engineering and Computational Fluid Dynamics Istituto Universitario di Studi Superiori, Pavia in Italy

PhD opportunity in Wind Engineering and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) at Istituto Universitario di Studi Superiori, Pavia (IUSS Pavia) in collaboration with Western University (London, Ontario, Canada).

The project focuses on understanding non-synoptic wind effects on containerships and port infrastructures. The research combines experiments and CFD simulations to build a unique experimental and numerical database for estimating aerodynamic loads under thunderstorm downbursts and tornadoes, with the goal of improving safety and resilience in port operations.

The successful PhD candidate will join internationally recognized research groups working on synoptic and non-synoptic wind modeling, structural engineering, and risk assessment. Applicants with experience in CFD, structural engineering, data analysis, statistics, and programming in Python, MATLAB, or C++ are especially encouraged to apply.

This is a research-focused doctoral opening rather than a scholarship announcement. Interested candidates should contact Alessio Ricci directly by email for further information and application guidance.