Research Assistant; PhD) position; m​/f​/d, no. Two-Phase Flow Chair of Turbomachinery

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Applications are invited at the Universität Duisburg-Essen (UDE), Campus Duisburg, in the Faculty of Engineering for a Research Assistant (PhD) position (m/f/d, no. 419-26) Two-Phase Flow at the Chair of Turbo machinery (TV-L 13, 100 %, 57.112 € - 81.176 € gross)

The Chair of Turbo machinery at the University of Duisburg-Essen is a competent partner for application-oriented research and development in the field of turbo machinery throughout Europe. Our focus is on compressors, pumps, turbines and expanders. Experimental and numerical methods are used in the four main research areas of Phase Transition of Fluids in Flows, Turbo machines for Alternative Fluids and Circuits, Fluid Dynamics and Structural Dynamics of Machine Components and Optimisation of Flow Paths.

A key competence is developing numerical methods to calculate 2D and 3D real and two-phase flows, as well as to measure flow in stationary and rotating systems.

• Development and application of numerical methods for two-phase flows of real gases in turbo machinery
• Implementation, validation and continuous optimisation of these methods in existing simulation tools
• Writing and submitting research articles to scientific journals and presenting the results at international conferences
• Processing and acquisition of research projects and supervision of Bachelor's and Master's theses

• A master's degree in engineering covering the topics of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and turbo machinery is required
• Applicants should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in aspects of turbo machinery and their role in the modern world
• An independent, proactive and creative way of working and the ability to present results at international meetings and conferences are required
• Strong interest in doing a doctorate

• A research-intensive environment with a great deal of creative freedom
• A respectful and open-minded working environment
• Comprehensive support for your doctorate and access to a wide range of training opportunities
• Significant flexibility will be given to the successful candidate to develop the doctorate
• A wide range of training and further education opportunities
• Canteen and cafeteria options provided by the Studierendenwerk at our campus locations
• Attractive discounts through Corporate Benefits
• A family-friendly corporate culture (e.g. childcare options, advice on family care responsibilities, etc.)
• A prime location and infrastructure with excellent public transport links and free parking
• 30 days' annual leave on a 5-day working week, plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Fair pay in line with the collective agreement (TV-L), including an annual bonus and a company pension scheme
• Sports and health facilities (including university sports)

Starting date: 01.01.2027

Duration of contract: 30.09.2029 (project duration)

Working hours:

100 % of a full-time position (part-time employment is possible)

Final date to receive applications: 18.10.2026

Job number: 419-26

Information about the faculty and Chair of Turbo machinery can be found at:

The University of Duisburg-Essen pursues the goal of promoting the diversity of its members (s. ). It aims to increase the proportion of women among academic staff and therefore strongly encourages women with relevant qualifications to apply. In accordance with the State Equal Opportunities Act, women with equal qualifications are given preferential consideration. Applications from suitable severely disabled persons and persons of equal status within the meaning of § 2 Para.

3 SGB IX are welcome.