We are pleased to announce that the application for the 2024 NWU Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nuclear Engineering at UETS is now open.
North-West University (NWU) at Potchefstroom is now accepting applications for a prestigious Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Unit for Energy and Technology Systems (UETS). This fellowship, based within the field of Nuclear Engineering, represents a fantastic opportunity for recent PhD graduates looking to advance their career in the field of energy and technology systems.
The Faculty of Engineering at the NWU Potchefstroom Campus invites qualified candidates to apply for a contract-based Postdoctoral Fellowship in Nuclear Engineering. This fellowship is embedded within the Unit for Energy and Technology Systems (UETS), contributing to groundbreaking research and development efforts in Nuclear Engineering.
Job Description
The selected candidate will join the Nuclear Engineering research group within UETS. This role demands a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher who is eager to conduct research in computational nuclear engineering analysis. The responsibilities include the compilation and use of open-source nuclear engineering codes, with necessary comparisons for verification and validation. The focus will be on the study of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) cores of the Light Water Reactor (LWR) and High-Temperature Gas-cooled Reactor (HTR) types. The prospective fellow should be capable of planning and conducting research, documenting, and publishing the results in peer-reviewed literature.
Eligibility
Minimum Requirements
- Applicants must have a relevant PhD degree obtained within the last five years before appointment as a postdoctoral fellow.
Desired Skills
- Experience with neutronic, thermal-hydraulic, and fuel performance code coupling.
- Proficiency in programming with C and Fortran.
- Experience with running Nuclear Reactor Analysis computer codes on Linux and Windows operating systems.
- A PhD in Nuclear Engineering or a related field.
- A record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
Remuneration
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised, in line with NWU policy guidelines.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply online through the official NWU vacancy website. Please note that incomplete applications or those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Key Dates
The deadline for applications is 31st August 2023. Successful candidates will commence their duties as soon as possible after the application process.
