Carbon dioxide-hydrocarbon blends for electric vehicles air conditioning systems - 2026_CDR_DENG_9

Position: Post-doctoral research contract Institute: Polytechnic of Milano
Posted on: 22/05/2026 Deadline: 22/06/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/IIND-07 - Thermal Sciences, Energy Technology, Building Physics And Nuclear Engineering

Description

The research program aims to investigate carbon dioxide–hydrocarbon blends as viable, long-term, low-GWP alternatives to the refrigerants currently used in the vehicle air-conditioning systems. The research program consists of two phases. In the first phase, a mathematical model will be developed to simulate the operation of vapor compression systems as a function of the working fluid, the design and functional characteristics of the components, and the operating conditions. This tool will be used to identify the most promising compositions of carbon dioxide–hydrocarbon mixtures. In the second phase, an experimental test rig reproducing the air-conditioning system of an electric vehicle will be designed and built. It will be used to carry out experimental test campaigns on the mixtures identified through the aforementioned computational model.

Job posting website

https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-per-contratti-di-ricerca

Number of positions

1

Funding body

Politecnico di Milano

How to apply

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Selection process

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https://www.polimi.it/en/bandi-per-contratti-di-ricerca Quality, originality, and innovation of the research proposal, with reference to the research program covered by this selection (up to 10 points) Relevance and significance of previous research activities and professional experience in relation to the research program (up to 20 points) Relevance and significance of submitted publications with respect to the research program (up to 20 points) Interview, aimed at assessing the candidate’s research aptitude, their ability to implement the proposed project, and their knowledge of English and/or other relevant languages for the research (up to 50 points)

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