Your role

Your role will be to assess the feasibility of using an open-source code (such as OpenFOAM) for parallel fluid dynamics calculations. The ultimate goal of the work is to implement a parallel code as a tool for two-phase gas-solid flows in fluidized beds and to develop a simple user interface (not necessarily graphical) that non-experts can employ to run simulations and view simulation results.

Your experience

You have a background in fluid dynamics calculations using the finite volume method and an interest in developing and applying computational tools. You have experience using Linux-based computers and writing shell scripts. Experience using OpenFoam and ParaView is an advantage.

Work at AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven, integrated biopharmaceutical company. We discover, develop, manufacture and market prescription medicines for six important areas of healthcare, which include some of the world's most serious illnesses: cancer, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, infection, neuroscience, respiratory and inflammation. Our mission is to make a meaningful difference to patient health through great medicines that bring benefit for patients and add value for our stakeholders and society. We are active in over 100 countries with a growing presence in emerging markets including China, Brazil, Mexico and Russia.

This work will take place within Formulation Science at Pharmaceutical Development in Mölndal. You will be supervised by Johan Remmelgas and also have the opportunity to work with the high performance computing team at AstraZeneca. Please contact Johan Remmelgas, 031-7065838, for any questions.

Welcome with your application, CV and personal letter, no later than January 26, 2012. We only handle application via www.astrazeneca.com.