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EPFL, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. The EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institutions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including over 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Postdoc Position in Heat Pipe Technologies

Mission

A postdoc position is available in Prof. Zhengmao Lu’s Energy Transport Advances Laboratory (ETA-LAB) at EPFL, Switzerland on the topic of heat pipe technologies. At ETA-LAB (etalab.epfl.ch), we strive to obtain a deeper understanding of liquid-gas interfacial heat and mass transfer and create high-performance, low-carbon-emission energy and water systems and devices.

What we are looking for

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on heat transfer, especially thermal management
  • Proven experience with heat pipe technology, experimental techniques, and/or thermal modeling
  • Track record of published research in relevant areas
  • Strong leadership and collaboration skills to mentor students and contribute to ongoing lab projects
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
  • Strong motivation to explore new research domains
  • Good team spirit
     

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Working and collaborating on research projects. The precise research topic(s) will be discussed with the successful candidate depending on their background, expertise and affinities.
  • Analysis and publication of results
  • Build a strong network in the field of research
  • Participate in education, and PhD and master student supervision

What we offer

 

  • Opportunities to conduct cutting-edge research in heat pipe technologies, with the potential to lead high-impact projects in the area of two-phase heat transfer
  • Resources and guidance for state-of-art micro/nanofabrication and metrology
  • Collaboration with world-class research groups at EPFL and international institutions
  • Career mentorship, including support for research publication, conference participation, and long-term career development in academia or industry
  • Competitive salary and excellent working conditions – more information can be found on our website (https://www.epfl.ch/campus/services/human-resources/en/basic-starting-salary-of-doctoral-assistants-and-postdocs/)
     

Application materials needed

Only applications submitted through the online platform are considered. You are asked to supply:

A brief cover letter (pdf, up to one page).

and in one PDF:

A CV with a publication list.
A research statement (pdf, up to 2 pages).
Contact details for 2 referees.

The contract will be given on an annual basis, but we are seeking a 2-year commitment. If you have additional questions about this position, please feel free to send an email to zhengmao.lu@epfl.ch with the subject line: [Postdoc Position ETA-LAB] Your Name 

 

Contract Start Date : As soon as possible

Activity Rate : 100%

Contract Type: CDD

 










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