Research Assistance (Doctoral Researcher; m/f/d) in the field of Geomechanics

 

Nestled in a modern city surrounded by nature and with an exceptional standard of living, Leibniz University Hannover offers excellent working conditions in a vibrant scientific community.

The Institute of Mechanics and Computational Mechanics welcomes applications for the following position starting 1st October 2024: Research Assistance (Doctoral Researcher; m/f/d) in the field of Geomechanics (salary scale 13 TV-L, 100 %)

The position is limited to 3 years.

The successful candidate will be working on the project "A continuum-discrete hierarchical multi-scale computational framework for modelling mechanical behaviours of MICP-treated soil", funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG).

Your role

This project aims to advance the understanding and simulation capabilities for MICP-treated soils and offers valuable insights for the engineering practices of MICP in large scale. In the IBNM, you will do research in an international and diverse team on cutting edge methods for physics-based simulation of complex systems behaviour and processes. We offer a collaborative guidance of your research accompanied with training on additional scientific skills.

Who are we looking for?

You have completed a university science degree from an engineering, mathematics or natural sciences programme, which qualifies to enter doctoral studies in Germany? You are excited to investigate complex physical processes in engineering via computational simulation and their utilisation for industrial applications? We are excited on your application!

Equal opportunities and diversity are core values at Leibniz University Hannover. Our goal is to tap into individual potential and open up possibilities. We therefore welcome applications from anyone interested in the position, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We strive towards a balanced and diverse workforce and a reduction in under-representation in accordance with the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz – NGG). We therefore particularly encourage applications for the above-mentioned position from women. Preference will be given to equally-qualified candidates with disabilities.

Why join us?

With more than 5000 employees, Leibniz University Hannover is one of the largest and most attractive employers in the Hannover region. We offer a vibrant interdisciplinary and international working environment, and promote personal and professional development ranging from subject-related skills to leadership and languages.

As a family-friendly university, working hours can be organised according to various flexible models. Part-time employment as well as remote work (mobile work, work from home) can therefore be arranged upon request. We support employees with balancing work and family life, through services such as back-up childcare, childcare during school holidays, and parent-child offices, as well as providing individual advice regarding family responsibilities and caring for dependants.

To promote health and well-being among employees, we offer an extensive sports programme with over 100 different sports, as well as a fitness centre with a sauna and climbing space. Health management measures, such as courses on stress management, good nutrition and relaxation, aim to ensure a healthy workplace.

 

Additional information

For additional information, please contact Prof. Dr. Yupeng Jiang. Further requests and appointments can be made at any time via email: yupeng.jiang@ibnm.uni-hannover.de  

You can find more information about the project topics on our website: https://www.ibnm.uni-hannover.de/en/   

Please send your informative application with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, relevant certificates (e.g. Bachelor, Master with transcripts) and a two-page summary of your thesis by 15th July 2024 in electronic form to