Postdoctoral position in Computational Fluid Mechanics / Applied Mathematics

Requirements: - PhD on Computational Fluid Mechanics / Applied Mathematics on Fluid Mechanics - Large part of the applicant PhD project and/or postdoc should have been focused on Computational Fluid Mechanics and linear stability analysis of 3D flow in rectangular channels - Knowledge of ANSYS FLUENT and/or OPEN Foam CFD codes, Python, Paraview, … - Extensive experience in programming - A knowledge of complex fluid rheology on complex fluid would be an advantage. - The applicant must have a good level in spoken and written English. The candidate's personal qualities will be appreciated, with particular importance given to the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team. The candidate will be responsible for certain parts of larger projects and must be able to work independently and take on responsibilities. Location: This position will be based in UPPA, Pau with short trips to the other locations of the project (particularly in Douai, France). Application: A person with a PhD obtained not more than three/four years before the end of the application period is particularly eligible for the position. The application should include: - CV, - Copy of PhD thesis diploma, - Motivation letter (one, or maximum two pages) - Contact details of two references The application must be written in English or in French. Send the required documents to: Yves Le Guer: yves.leguer@univ-pau.fr Pierre-Henri Cocquet: pierre-henri.cocquet@univ-pau.fr The application will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Appropriate education and work/research experience in related fields. Candidate motivation, knowledge, scientific maturity and curiosity. Emphasis will also be placed on personal skills. Selection process: 1. Evaluation of the candidates’ application. 2. If selected, the candidate will have 15 min to present her/his CV and project. The presentation will be followed by questions/discussion. Gross Salary: 2 800 € per month (according to UPPA index before taxes) Starting date: April 2026 if possible. Type of position: Full-time temporary position for 14 months