Postdoctoral Fellow / Postdoctoral Fellowess

Your Tasks

• Analyze severe accident scenarios in a non-electric nuclear reactor using MELCOR code, including the development of the input model, sensitivity analysis, and results analysis.
• Evaluate the liquid source term from a severe accident using MELCOR code.
• Develop a representation of the liquid source term in severe accident analysis utilizing thermodynamic calculations or derived results.
• Present research findings in project meetings, peer-reviewed publications, conference participations, and prepare technical reports.

Your Profile

We are seeking a candidate with a PhD degree in Nuclear or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or another natural science. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in nuclear engineering, particularly in severe accident analysis. Experience with severe accident analysis codes, especially MELCOR, will be advantageous. Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential, and knowledge of German would be beneficial.

We Offer

Our institution fosters interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, alongside opportunities for personal development, all within a robust vocational training culture. We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and personal interests through modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.

This position is limited to 2 years.

For further information, please contact Terttaliisa Lind at Show e-mail or call Show phone.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Paul Scherrer Institut, Human Resources Management, Robin Schmid, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland.