Advanced numerical models for multiphysics simulations of high-pressure combustion

Position: Research appointment (pre-doc) Institute: Uni. La Sapienza of Rome
Posted on: 08/07/2026 Deadline: 23/07/2026

Scientific-Disciplinary Group

09/IIND-01 - Aerospace Engineering And Naval Architecture

Description

The research activity concerns the development and validation of advanced numerical models for multiphysics simulations of high-pressure combustion, with space propulsion and Liquid Rocket Engines (LRE) as reference applications. Coupled fluid dynamics, heat transfer, mixing, chemical kinetics and turbulence-combustion interaction will be addressed to predict flame stability, performance, emissions and thermal loads

Compensation

22,500 Euro

Number of positions

1

Maximum duration

12.0

Funding body

Dip. Ingegneria meccanica e aerospaziale-Sapienza Università di Roma

How to apply

dima@cert.uniroma1.it

Selection process

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Qualifications and Interview evaluationin order to get more information and how to apply, please download the announcement, the application form and attached files at link https://web.uniroma1.it/trasparenza/dettaglio_bando_albo/245652 up to 60 points for the relevance and significance of qualifications, publications (max 5) and scientific and professional curriculum vitae - up to 40 points for the interview REQUIREMENT: Master’s degree in Aerospace and Astronautical Engineering obtained no more than 6 years ago; Good knowledge of both English and Italian languages; expertise in the fields of aerospace propulsion, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), turbulent combustion, and advanced numerical modeling, with particular reference to simulations relevant to liquid rocket engines PREFERRED SKILLS: post-graduate research fellowships; presentations at international conferences relevant to the subject area