Fully Funded PhD: Computational Fluid Dynamics & Climate Applications

How can we identify the structures governing hurricanes, ocean currents and atmospheric transport? This project develops new mathematical and computational methods for detecting coherent structures in complex fluid flows. Research topics include objective (frame-invariant) vortex diagnostics, Lagrangian coherent structures, transport and mixing, and AI-assisted analysis of large-scale geophysical datasets.

What we offer

• Fully funded PhD position with competitive compensation
• Access to state-of-the-art high-performance computing and GPU infrastructure
• A research-intensive environment with minimal teaching responsibilities
• Opportunities for international collaborations, conferences and research visits
• A modern, international campus on the Red Sea

Who should apply

We welcome highly motivated candidates with strong quantitative backgrounds in mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering, statistics, scientific computing or related disciplines. Candidates should show mathematical curiosity, analytical ability and an interest in combining theoretical research with computational methods. Strong programming skills are particularly valuable. Prior expertise in every topic is not required.

How to apply

Interested candidates should send a CV, a short statement of research interests indicating this project, academic transcripts, and details of potential academic referees.

Start date: Fall 2027

Contact: Florian Kogelbauer, kopablauer@icloud.com