"PhD on Numerical Modelling of Subsurface Erosion in Dikes and Geothermal Wells"

Job Summary

In this PhD position, you will contribute to a research project investigating subsurface erosion in dikes and geothermal wells using advanced finite element modelling (FEM). The project focuses on understanding and predicting erosion phenomena through coupled hydro-mechanical models, calibrated with laboratory experiments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and extend coupled hydro-mechanical erosion models.
• Simulate subsurface erosion in geothermal wells and dikes.
• Investigate effects of soil properties, flow paths, and scale to create practical prediction tools.
• Work closely with experts in numerical simulations, soil mechanics, and geotechnical modelling.
• Contribute to safeguarding infrastructure, improving geothermal energy systems, and enhancing flood protection strategies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, with specialization in Applied Mechanics or Computational Mechanics.
• Research-oriented attitude.
• Fluent in spoken and written English (C1 level).
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with academic and industrial partners.
• Motivation to develop teaching skills and coach students.

What the Employer Offers

• Full-time employment for four years with an intermediate assessment after nine months.
• Spend 10-15% of time on teaching tasks.
• Salary range of €3,059 to €3,881 per month, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P.
• Additional benefits including a pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, partially paid parental leave, year-end bonus of 8.3%, and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs, excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care, sports facilities, commuting allowance, working from home allowance, and internet costs.
• Support for international candidates, including a Staff Immigration Team and tax compensation scheme (30% facility).