Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 4103-00)

The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2100 people.

For the Laboratory for Reactor Physics and Thermal-Hydraulics we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Fellow

System Thermal-hydraulics Analysis of a Dual Fluid Reactor

Your tasks

We are looking for a person to take the lead on the safety analysis and assessment of a Dual Fluid Reactor DFR concept using the systems thermal-hydraulics code TRACE.

Your tasks would include:

• Development of system thermal-hydraulics analysis methods and models for the safety analysis of an innovative Dual Fluid (nuclear) Reactor
• Safety analyses for a Dual Fluid Reactor under postulated operational transients and design basis accidents
• Collaboration with neutronics specialists on the coupling to neutron kinetics
• Presentation of research results in the form of peer-reviewed publications, conference participations and preparation of technical reports