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The Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is seeking to hire research fellow to support the works on Emission Control of Ammonia Combustion. The job scope of the manpower is to conduct combustion experiments in constant volume combustion chamber; establish experimental databases for ammonia, hydrogen, and hydrocarbon fuels; perform emission formation pathways analyses by simulation software; explore the application of low-emission ammonia combustion methods.
Key Responsibilities:
The Research Fellow will be responsible for supporting research activities with key responsibilities including:
Conduct fundamental combustion experiments on fluid dynamics, fuel injection, mixing, emission, and combustion processes in constant volume combustion chamber.
Establish comprehensive experimental databases for ammonia, hydrogen, and hydrocarbon fuels, employing advanced diagnostics such as high-speed imaging, particle image velocimetry (PIV), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and laser-based spectroscopy.
Perform emission analyses using simulation software, such as ANSYS Fluent, CONVERGE, or OpenFOAM, to investigate pollutant formation mechanisms.
Identify and quantify formation pathways of key pollutants such as NOₓ, N₂O, CO, and unburned NH₃.
Develop insights and propose strategies to improve combustion efficiency and reduce emissions, supporting the advancement of practical low-carbon engine applications.
Support the operation of the ongoing projects.
Job Requirements:
PhD degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or the related fields
3-year research experience in mechanical system
Expertise in engineering design and experimental skill
Experience in numerical simulation for fluid or combustion performance
Publication track record is as one reference
Proficiency in basics of engineering design, mechanical analysis and thermofluid software
Proficiency in English and good communication capabilities for research work purposes
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU