Indian Institute of Science Bangalore jobs - Post Doctoral Research Fellow

Applications are invited for a post-doctoral research fellow's position to work on a project entitled “Digital Twin for pipeline transport network”. This is part of an Indo-Dutch project, where IISc (India),CWI (Netherlands),and Shell (Netherlands) collaborate.

2. As part of the project, we setup a digital twin for a pipeline network using a network of IoT sensors, the data collected from the sensors would be used to train an intelligent data-driven model to predict, in advance or real-time, the occurrence and location of leaks in the pipeline network.

3. The candidate needs to integrate the sensors’ data into advanced analytical models (machine learning) to predict the leakages. As a data-driven model mimics a physical process, affinity towards modelling of flow in pipeline network would be a plus. The applicant needs to be strong in programming, preferably Python, R, or C++ Work would also involve interacting with the vendor's tech team to maintain sensors on a physical pipeline network. To carry out a study to improve our understanding of leak predictions in pipelines and develop physics-based models.

4. The remuneration for the position is 47,000 + HRA.

5. Required qualifications/skills are as follows: PhD in Engineering or Physics with the PhD topic having significant computational components. Understanding linear flow models in the pipeline network, such as ones used in EPANET, is a plus. Good expertise in numerical programming, code parallelization Strong publication record. Excellent writing and communication skills.

6. The initial appointment of the selected candidates will be for three months, which will be extended for the rest of the project duration upon satisfactory performance.

7. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be expected to make independent and rapid progress.