• Development and implementation of laser absorption spectroscopy diagnostics for rotating detonation combustors
• Investigation of optical access concepts and integration of laser-optical systems into RDC combustion facilities
• Design, execution, and evaluation of experimental campaigns under a range of operating conditions
• Development of data acquisition, signal processing, and post-processing tools for quantitative analysis of laser diagnostic measurements
• Quantitative measurements of H₂O concentration and gas temperature within the combustor
• Assessment of measurement uncertainties and diagnostic performance in highly transient reacting flows
• Generation of reference datasets characterizing combustor operating conditions and combustion processes
• Close collaboration with international project partners at KAUST in the preparation and implementation of advanced multi-parameter diagnostic techniques for RDC applications
• Support of future experimental campaigns through the provision of baseline measurements, diagnostic infrastructure, and characterization of operating conditions

• Successfully completed university degree (Master, Diplom or equivalent) and PhD in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, combustion science, or a related field
• Strong background in experimental fluid mechanics, combustion diagnostics, optical measurement techniques, or related areas
• Experience with laser absorption spectroscopy (LAS), tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS), or related laser-based diagnostics is highly desirable
• Experience in the design, execution, and analysis of laboratory experiments
• Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
• Knowledge of combustion processes and reacting flows
• Ability to work independently and lead experimental research activities desirable
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills desirable
• Experience working in interdisciplinary and international research environments is advantageous
• Good knowledge of German and/or English required; willingness to acquire the respective missing language skills

Please send your application with the reference number and the usual documents only by E-Mail (compiled into a single PDF document, max. 5 MB) to Prof. Dr. Paschereit (office@hfi.tu-berlin.de).

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