A fully funded PhD scholarship opportunity is available at EPFL in Lausanne for conducting an experimental study on fluid-structure interactions in hydraulic machines. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative project aiming to optimize start-up procedures and predict maintenance intervals of hydraulic machines.

Qualifications 

• Hold a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy, or related fields with outstanding academic performance.
• Have a strong interest in hydraulic turbomachines and experimental fluid mechanics. Excellent proficiency in written and oral English communication.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, scientific curiosity, eagerness to learn, good organizational skills, and rigor in experimental work.