Microfluidics Modeling Specialist

What you will do

• Perform CFD simulations and modelling to support the development of liquid cooling technologies.
• Use ANSYS Fluent as a primary simulation environment; build advanced workflows and parameterized models.
• Support life science microfluidic applications through multi-physics modelling and design exploration.
• Work within multiple parallel projects and manage priorities according to milestone driven schedules.
• Guide and support colleagues in simulation strategies and interpretation of results.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and micro/nanofabrication experts.

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth. 

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits. 

Who you are

• You hold a PhD or master’s degree in engineering, physics, or a related field. For applicants with a PhD, relevant industry experience is considered a plus; for applicants with a master’s degree, a minimum of three years of relevant experience is required.
• You have strong experience in CFD simulations, and general numerical modelling.
• You are proficient with ANSYS Fluent and have experience in programming languages such as Python, C++, or others.
• You have strong analytical skills and are comfortable combining analytical and numerical approaches.
• You have experience working in a research and development environment with an interdisciplinary team.
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

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