STI-PhD position in Phase Change Heat and Mass Transfer (ETA-LAB)

A PhD position is available in Prof. Zhengmao Lu’s Energy Transport Advances Laboratory (ETA-LAB) in the Institute of Mechanical Engineering at EPFL, Switzerland. At the 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 technologies.

What we offer:

  • Opportunities of performing both fundamental and application-driven research 
  • Experience of designing and setting up your own experiments as well as building your own model
  • Collaboration with the world-class research groups at EPFL and beyond
  • Career planning with the PI and networking opportunities through conferences and workshops
  • Competitive salaries (https://www.epfl.ch/education/phd/doctoral-studies-structure/doctoral-students-salary/)

What we are looking for:

  • Solid background in heat transfer and fluid mechanics
  • Great communication skills in English (written and spoken)
  • Prior experience in materials synthesis and optics will be viewed favorably (not required though)

Starting date: prior to April 1st, 2025

How to apply: Please send your application including a short description of yourself, your CV, and names of three references to [email protected] with the subject line: “[PhD Application to ETA-LAB] Your Name”.