The International Research Training Group IRTG 2657 on „Computational Mechanics Techniques in High Dimensions“ conducts research in close collaboration between researchers from Leibniz University Hannover and École normale supérieure Paris-Saclay on innovative computational techniques for engineering and scientific-technical solutions.

The International Research Training Group IRTG 2657 „CoMeTeN^d“ welcomes applications for two positions starting October 1st, 2024 in the following topic: Research Staff (Doctoral Researcher; m/f/d) in the field of Computational Mechanics / Computational Fluid Dynamics (salary scale 13 TV-L, 100 %)

The fixed-term positions end September 30th, 2027. The workplace is Hannover.

Your role

• Research in the field of computational mechanics / computational fluid dynamics
• Focus is on innovative model-order reduction techniques for high-dimensional non-linear problems

For further information please visit the web-site of the IRTG: https://www.irtg2657.uni-hannover.de/en  

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate must hold a university science degree in an engineering, mathematics or natural sciences programme, which qualifies to enter doctoral studies in Germany.

In addition, we are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

• Interest in the development of innovative computational techniques in mechanics
• Good programming skills (Matlab, Python, etc.)
• Your most recent degree ideally should have been obtained no more than 5 years ago

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?

In the IRTG 2657, 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. A research stay at the partner university is a mandatory part of the IRTG. In addition, we offer you the opportunity to take part in national and international conferences.

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 further information, please contact Prof. Dr.-Ing. Udo Nackenhorst (tel.: +49 (0)511 762-3560, email: nackenhorst@ibnm.uni-hannover.de).

Please submit your application and supporting documents by August 15th, 2024 electronically to

email: contact@irtg2657.uni-hannover.de  

or alternatively by post to:
Stiftung Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover
Institute of Mechanics and Computational Mechanics
IRTG 2657
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Udo Nackenhorst
Appelstr. 9a, 30167 Hannover

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