Doctoral Student (Telangana)

PhD Position at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus Project Title: Development of a Digital-Twin and Laboratory Prototype of a Green, Non-Conventional Air-Conditioning and Heat Pump System Using a Super-Adsorbent About the Position Applications are invited from highly motivated candidates with a strong background in thermal sciences, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, or chemistry for a fully funded PhD position. This project focuses on the development of a next-generation green air-conditioning and heat pump system based on a super-adsorbent coated heat exchanger . The work will combine mathematical modelling, simulation, and experimental validation to demonstrate improved performance and high coefficient of performance (COP). Supervision Prof. Mrinal Jagirdar (PI, Mechanical Engineering) Prof. K. Bhargav Kumar (PI, Mathematics) Prof. Himanshu Aggarwal (Collaborator, Chemistry) Research Scope The selected candidate will work on: Development of a digital twin model of the desiccant-based system Mathematical modelling of coupled heat and mass transfer Simulation and performance optimization Design and fabrication of a desiccant coated heat exchanger prototype Experimental testing and validation against conventional systems Desired Background Candidates should have M.E./M.Tech/MSc (or BE/BTech/BSc with an exceptional track-record) in Mechanical Engineering or Chemistry or an allied stream What Makes This Project Interesting Focus on green cooling technologies (low-GWP alternatives to vapor compression) Integration of digital twin hardware prototype (rare combination) Robust interdisciplinary collaboration (mechanical math chemistry) Potential for high-impact publications and patents How to Apply Interested candidates may fill up this google-form by the 5 th of June 2026 . Email may only be sent to in case of a query. Please do not send applications via email. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4n9om2