About the position
Postdoc Molecular Dynamics and Process Simulation of High Temperature Thermal Storage Systems
Research Field: Engineering » Chemical engineering
Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
Job Status: Not Applicable
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?: No
Help accelerate the electrification of industry by combining molecular and process-scale simulations for high-temperature thermal energy storage.
In this project, you will investigate molten salts for high-temperature thermal energy storage using a combination of molecular dynamics and process-scale simulations.
By linking molecular-level understanding to engineering-scale performance, you will contribute to the development of technologies that support the sustainable production of carbon-based chemicals.
The research will be conducted within the Heat Transformation Technology Section of the Process & Energy department, under the supervision of Prof.
The position is part of the HyCarb project, which aims to support the sustainable production of carbon-based chemicals through the electrification of industrial heat.
The project brings together academic, industrial, and other research partners across the Netherlands, to develop innovative technologies for high-temperature thermal energy storage for industrial decarbonization.
As part of the project, you will collaborate closely with industrial stakeholders and Dutch research institutes, contributing to both fundamental and technological development.
Job requirements
We are looking for a highly motivated and independent postdoctoral researcher with a strong interest in multiscale modelling.
Demonstrated experience with molecular simulation and/or process modelling and simulation.
That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day.
Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.
With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus.
Driven by a deep-rooted desire to understand our environment and discover its underlying mechanisms, research and education at the ME faculty focusses on fundamental understanding, design, production including application and product improvement, materials, processes and (mechanical) systems.
This is reflected in ME’s outstanding, state-of-the-art education, which trains students to become responsible and socially engaged engineers and scientists.
Please apply no later than 22 September 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:
You can apply online.
Applying for an exemption for specific research and educational areas is an obligatory part of the selection procedure for this vacancy.
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363072/postdoc-molecular-dynamics-and-…
What you’ll bring
- Demonstrated experience with molecular simulation and/or process modelling and simulation.
At a glance
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Institution
- Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) / TU Delft
- Department
- Not stated
- Research group
- Not stated
- Location
- Delft, Netherlands, NL
- Supervisor / contact person
- Prof. Kamel Hooman
- Funding
- Salaried
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?: Not funded by a EU programme
Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch - Duration
- Not stated
- Expected start
- Not stated
- Vacancy reference
- EURAXESS-457924
Research focus
- Discipline
- Materials Science, Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Research area
- Energy storage
- Methods
- Molecular dynamics (MD)
- Software
- Not stated
Dates to know
- Listed on FOSS Positions
- 18 Sep 2026
- Original advertisement date
- Not stated in the source
- Application deadline
- 22 Sep 2026 · 21:59 UTC
- Priority review date
- Not stated
- Last checked
- 18 Sep 2026
- Last updated
- 18 Sep 2026
2026-09-22T21:59:59+00:00
How to apply
Application Deadline: 22 Sep 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)
From chip to ship. From machine to human being. From idea to solution. Driven by a deep-rooted desire to understand our environment and discover its underlying mechanisms, research and education at the ME faculty focusses on fundamental understanding, design, production including application and product improvement, materials, processes and (mechanical) systems.
Application procedure
Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 22 September 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:
You can address your application to Prof. Kamel Hooman.
You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
Where to apply
Apply now
https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363072/postdoc-molecular-dynamics-and-process-simulation-of-high-temperature-thermal-storage-systems/apply/
Contact: k.hooman@tudelft.nl
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