Research Fellow (Battery and EV fire kinetics)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified
Phd in mechanical or chemical engineering
Expertise in cfd and fire dynamics modelling
Strong programming skills in python or matlab
The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow to advance fire suppression modeling for lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles. The position requires a PhD and expertise in computational modeling, particularly in fire dynamics and thermal runaway mitigation

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on developing advanced computational models to understand and mitigate thermal runaway and fire propagation in electric vehicle battery systems.
  • Candidates will collaborate with experimental teams to validate models and translate research into practical fire safety solutions.
  • The position requires strong teamwork and communication skills to manage project deliverables, mentor students, and prepare research proposals.

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The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow to advance fire suppression modeling for lithium-ion batteries and electric vehicles. The position requires a PhD and expertise in computational modeling, particularly in fire dynamics and thermal runaway mitigation.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
  • Expertise in CFD and fire dynamics modelling
  • Strong programming skills in Python or MATLAB

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with battery systems and EV safety
  • Familiarity with multiphase flows and sprays
  • Track record of publishing in high-impact journals

Key Requirements

  • PhD required in relevant engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed research
  • Proficiency in OpenFOAM, FDS, or ANSYS Fluent

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