Viện Nghiên cứu Kinh doanh – ĐH Kinh Tế TP.HCM

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Overview Of Grant

The rapid growth of the construction industry has sharply increased sand demand, leading to extensive sediment extraction from the Mekong River. The natural sediment supply from upstream is insufficient to replenish the Delta, causing riverbed erosion and riverbank instability.

Computational Fluid Mechanics (CFD) 3D simulation software will be used to accurately replicate the fluid and sediment dynamics of sand mining within a realistic configuration of the Mekong River. These simulations complement experimental studies, providing more comprehensive datasets, which allow a fuller understanding of the river dynamics.

The 3D model produces four-dimensional (space and time variation) data of flow velocity pressure and energy, and sediment transport deposition and erosion rate.

This results in a dynamic representation of the river flow and morphology, allowing for detailed analysis of erosion patterns under different sand mining configurations.

Aligned with the Mekong River Commission’s goal to maintain the ecological function of the Mekong River Basin, this project aims to understand sand mining dynamics better to minimize unsustainable extraction.

This Research Aims To Explore Potential Solutions To Mitigate The Impacts Of Sand Extraction. Specifically, We Aim To Answer Two Questions

How can confining sand extraction to the middle of the river channel reduce riverbank erosion, and to what extent does this practice differ from traditional sand mining configurations in terms of erosion patterns and riverbank stability? What valuable insights can be gained from analysing and comparing erosion patterns and riverbank stability in configurations where sand extraction is confined to the central channel, and how can these insights inform potential strategies for minimizing erosion and protecting communities along the river?

Report to Chief investigator

Indirectly reports to the Office of Research and Innovation

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct literature review.
• Work with the team to identify the most appropriate simulation parameters.
• Set up and implement a CFD simulation for the representation of the river system.
• Work with the team to monitor and evaluate the simulation output.
• Work with the team to visualize the data output of the simulations
  
  

Key Selection Criteria

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, aeronautical, or environmental engineering.
• Programming experience (ideally with C/C++).
• Proven experience and expertise in fluid mechanics.
• Proven experience and expertise in fluid CFD.
• Familiarity with various CFD platforms (e.g., OpenFOAM, Matlab, Paraview, or similar software).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team.
• Ability to display appropriate behaviours in line with the position and RMIT Values
  
  

Other Information

• Project duration: 04 months (April to July 2025)
• Highly competitive gross salary
• Annual leave: 1 day per working month
• Accident Insurance 24/7
• Free use of onsite gym
• Library on campus and online - access to RMIT Australia online library
  
  

English Proficiency

English is the language of teaching and communication at RMIT Vietnam. For this role, the minimum requirement is IELTS General 6.0 (or equivalent Linguaskill 160).

To be eligible for this position you must be a Vietnamese citizen. Applications received from non-Vietnamese candidates will not be considered.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link below

Applications Close

30 thg 1 2025 11.59 pm

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