Overview

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Position: PhD student - algorithms for flow sensitivity analysis using GPU supercomputers (R1)

Reference: 295_26_CASE_LSCFD_R1

Starting Date: 01/08/2026

Closing Date: Wednesday, 15 July, ****

Context and Mission

The quest for carbon-neutral aviation propels us toward uncharted technological frontiers. TRANSDIFFUSE is an ERC Synergy project to develop an AI-driven model called FluidGPT for clean propulsion and advanced flow control. The research blends numerical modelling, high-fidelity CFD, and experimental work across collaborating institutions.

Key Duties

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- Develop novel algorithms for flow sensitivity using large data sets accelerated by GPUs.

- Assess the developed algorithms in TRANSDIFFUSE basic test cases.

- Participate in the CFD activities of the LS/CFD team in CASE.

- Develop scalable algebraic libraries and frameworks for GPUs.

Requirements

Education

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- MSc in computational fluid dynamics, mathematics or computer science.

Essential Knowledge And Professional Experience

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- Experience in computational mechanics development (at least 1 year).

- Understanding of HPC clusters and experience programming MPI (at least 1 year).

- Good programming level (Python, C, Fortran, C++, etc.; at least 1 year).





Additional Knowledge And Professional Experience

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- Good level in English.

- Computational mechanics development knowledge.

- Experience in GPU programming (coding, running on HPC systems, etc.).

- Experience with National or European projects.

- Experience with PETSC or similar libraries.

Competences

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- Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.

- Excellent interpersonal skills in a multicultural, international environment.

Conditions

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- Location: BSC within the CASE Department.

- Full-time contract (35h/week) with a stimulating environment and state-of-the-art infrastructure.

- Adaptable working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, relocation support.

- Duration: predoctoral contract.

- Holidays: 22 days + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st December per the collective agreement.

- Salary: competitive and aligned with qualifications and cost of living in Barcelona.

- Starting date: 01/08/2026.

Applications procedure

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- All applications must be submitted via the BSC website and include:

- A full CV in English with contact details.

- A cover/motivation letter in English specifying the area and topics of interest, with two references. xqbhyrx

Data policy and equal opportunity statements apply as part of the recruitment process.

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