2026 Research Assistant in Simulation of Rare and Transient Events in Rarefied Gas Dynamics at RWTH Aachen University

The work is to be conducted within the framework of the DFG-supported project “Simulation of Rare and Transient Events in Rarefied Gas Dynamics” and the research agenda is focused on the development of novel algorithms within the Direct Simulation Monte Carlo Method (DSMC) to improve aforementioned simulations. These algorithms include particle-particle and particle-surface interactions, particle merging, and sensitivity analysis methods for stochastic particle-based simulations. Practical applications of the research topic include engineering problems in areas of micro-electromechanical systems, aerospace engineering, and semi-conductor manufacturing.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 12, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorRWTH Aachen University
• City to studyNorth Rhine-Westphalia
• School to studyRWTH Aachen University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Requirements

Interested candidates should meet the following criteria:

• University degree (Master's or equivalent) in applied mathematics, computational engineering, or simulation sciences
• A solid background in numerical methods for PDEs is required
• Basic knowledge of fluid mechanics or statistical mechanics is necessary
• Good programming and scripting skills (eg, C/C++, Python, Fortran, Julia, Matlab)
• Good analytical skills
• Excellent written and communication skills in English
• Experience in particle-based methods or numerical optimization is a plus
• Experience and interest in international collaboration is a plus

Application Documents

• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position
• Detailed CV
• Transcripts of records
• Contact information of two referees.

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Qualified candidates should send their application as a single PDF via email to Dr. Georgii Oblapenko by including Appplication Documents.

For more information, kindly visit the RWTH Aachen University webpage.