Undergraduate Interns 학부 인턴 for 2024
Work with one of Master's students or with other undergraduates.
Salary: 800,000~1,100,000 won/month.
Obligation: progress check meeting with the PI every two weeks.
How to apply: Please walk-in or direct email to the PI.
No prerequisite required.
Project 1
Investigate boiling-condensation flow instabilities for i-SMR [Korean only]
혁신형 소형모듈원전 피동냉각계통 증발기인 유동 불안정성 연구 [한국인만 지원 가능]
Starting date: 4/1 or later
Experiment: Understand phase-change phenomena, Learn running the flow loop for two-phase flow heat transfer.
Analysis: Develop & utilize post-processing algorithms, Couple with CFD simulation.
Project 2
Core thermal-hydraulics analysis for Gas-cooled Reactor [Korean only]
민관합작 고온가스로 노심열유체 해석 연구 [한국인만 지원 가능]
Starting date: 5/1 or later
Computation: Multiphysics computation using MCNP, Attila4MC, and CFD.
Project 3
Develop futuristic nuclear battery
차세대 핵전지 개발 연구
Starting date: 4/1 or later
Design: Develop and analyze futuristic nuclear battery conceptual design.
Graduate(M.S./Ph.D.) students
We are seeking highly motivated graduate(M.S./Ph.D.) students with experiences in programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Fortran, C++, etc.), and/or with commercial computational tools/system codes (e.g., ANSYS, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, MCNP, ABAQUS, SERPENT, RELAP, SPACE, etc.).
Selected candidates will play a pivotal role in developing & running an experimental system for advanced nuclear reactor research and contribute to developing cutting-edge ideas in the field.
Responsibilities
Computational Tools: Apply expertise in using commercial computational tools (e.g., ANSYS, MCNP, ABAQUS, SOLIDWORKS) for numerical multiphysics simulations and analysis.
Experimental Setup: Collaborate with the research team to design, set up, and maintain an experimental flow loop for nuclear reactor studies.
Programming Skills: Utilize programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, C++, or other relevant languages for data analysis, algorithms development, and control system development.
Research Ideation: Contribute to the generation of innovative research ideas for futuristic nuclear reactor concepts. Stay updated on the latest developments in nuclear engineering.
Qualifications
Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a relevant engineering or science field.
Experience with commercial computational tools/system codes such as ANSYS, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, MCNP, ABAQUS, SOLIDWORKS, SERPENT, RELAP, etc.
Programming skills in MATLAB, Python, Fortran, C++, or similar languages. Experience with Artificial Intelligence will be highly valued.
Experience with measurement systems such as TC, PT, flow meter, high-speed/infrared cameras.
Experience with control systems such as LabView, data acquisition, power supply, induction heater.
Interest in nuclear-related technologies and a desire to contribute to innovative research.
Familiarity with thermal-fluid systems or nuclear reactor concepts.
Effective communication skills (English & Presentation) and excellent analytical abilities.
How to Apply
[KAISTian] Please walk-in or direct email to the PI specifying your interest & preferred research topics.
[Outside students] Please send a CV (or resume) and a brief statement outlining research interests and experiences to the PI. Please include the name(s) of your reference(s), if applicable.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Don't hesitate! We look forward to welcoming dynamic individuals bringing a fresh perspective to our team.
*PI response time is ~1 week. If you haven't received a response within one week, it is possible that your qualifications do not meet the requirements. However, please feel free to send a reminder at any time.
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